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Assistant Teacher - Lehigh Children's Academy- $16.50/hour - $2,500 Sign on Bonus!

CompanyVia of the Lehigh Valley
LocationAllentown
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 3, 2026
About The Company
Via’s mission is to help people reach their full potential through a rewarding career, meaningful relationships, and an enriching community life. Via creates pathways to success through vocation, inclusion and advocacy. Via of the Lehigh Valley is a non-profit agency that provides services for children and adults with disabilities in Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, Monroe, and Berks counties. Via helps adults find and sustain employment within multiple industries and service sectors. Early Intervention therapists offer physical, occupational and speech therapy to children to advance competencies and reach developmental milestones. Programs for young adults focus on networking with peers and gaining vocational skills in preparation for life after graduation. Our staff help individuals of all ages gain life skills, develop friendships, and learn how to take advantage of all the community has to offer. In addition to providing a variety of high-quality programs, Via also advocates for inclusion and equal access to community activities. Via operates under the following Guiding Principles: ~ Each individual deserves dignity, respect, and courtesy. ~ Everyone should have opportunities for growth and learning. ~ Community inclusion matters. ~ Every person deserves to communicate needs, desires, feelings and personal choices. ~ People have a right to the advocate of their choice. Via envisions a time when all people have equal access to developmental and educational services, meaningful friendships, a rewarding career, and a satisfying retirement.
About the Role

Description

If you are an early childhood education professional who is interested in providing quality care and education in a fun, innovative, forward-thinking, and supportive environment, look no further! Join the Lehigh Children’s Academy family today!
 

Lehigh Children's Academy, a proud Pennsylvania Keystone STARS center and a 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 Top Workplace winner, is located in the heart of Lower Macungie Township. We are currently seeking enthusiastic Assistant Teachers who are dedicated to fostering a love of learning and helping every child thrive. Apply today and become a Teacher that every child can count on to assist them in learning and growing!


Lehigh Children’s Academy will provide you with hands-on experience, paid training, and professional development opportunities to advance your early childhood education career! We are currently offering a sign-on bonus of $2,500 for this position.


You will ENJOY the following when working at VIA: 

  • Medical, vision and dental benefits at a minimal cost to the employee.
  • 15 days (3 weeks) of paid vacation during your first year, increasing to 18 days after completing 1 year of employment.
  • 9 paid Holidays. Including YOUR Birthday Holiday! Employees also receive a Floating Cultural Holiday! Via is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce and believes that an atmosphere of mutual respect for each other’s differences adds quality to our services. Eligible employees may choose a paid day off, that is significant to them.
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual contribution.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
  • Lunch provided by Lehigh Children's Academy!
  • Education assistance up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees.
  • Education incentive: earn MORE when you obtain a degree or certification.
  • Employee referral-bonus program.
  • Employee Assistance Program, which full-time employees are able to access on their first date of hire. The Employee Assistance Program provides additional support such as counseling, employee/family financial services, employee/family legal services, employee/family work-life services, etc.
  • Employee recognition programs.
  • Membership to TicketsatWork that provides discounts and special offers to sporting events, hotels, attractions, theme parks, shows, movie tickets and more!
  • Special events like employee raffle prizes, work anniversary celebrations and recognition awards.

As an Assistant Teacher you will:

  • Nurture and support children between the ages of six weeks to six years old.
  • Care for children’s hygiene, learning and developmental activities.
  • Provide redirection and positive guidance to children.
  • Implement long and short-term goals for children in the classroom.
  • Prepare and implement lesson plans for use with children/families.
  • Provide experiences that promote cognitive, social, physical and language development.
  • Develop meaningful relationships with children, coworkers, families, and anyone involved in the child’s care.

Position Requirements for Assistant Teachers:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Some experience working with young children in special education and/or early childhood education preferred.
  • Ability to interact positively and work with the team.
  • Must have flexibility with schedule.
  • Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Standing, sitting, lifting, and walking are required daily.

We invest in our team through training, career development and educational assistance. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment that encourages the success of the individuals we serve and our employees. This success comes from living our values: People, Growth, Teamwork, Community, Diversity, Shared Ideas and Advocacy. Join our team and grow a fulfilling career with us!


CHANGE LIVES. WORK FOR VIA.


Via of the Lehigh Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.


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Key Skills
Early Childhood EducationChild DevelopmentLesson PlanningPositive GuidanceTeamworkFlexibilityLiftingInteracting PositivelyNurturing ChildrenHygiene Care
Categories
EducationSocial Services
Benefits
MedicalVisionDentalPaid VacationPaid HolidaysBirthday HolidayFloating Cultural Holiday403(b) Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Lunch ProvidedEducation AssistanceEducation IncentiveEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramsMentor ProgramTicketsatWork MembershipSpecial Events
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Assistant Teachers are responsible for nurturing and supporting children aged six weeks to six years old by caring for their hygiene, learning, and developmental activities. This includes providing positive guidance, implementing goals, preparing lesson plans, and fostering cognitive, social, physical, and language development.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
99
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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