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Teacher Assistant

CompanySPIN
LocationPhiladelphia
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 3, 2026
About The Company
A 501(c)(3) non-profit, SPIN (Special People in Northeast) is a leading provider of supports for children and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disability in Greater Philadelphia and the Lehigh Valley. SPIN also provides high-quality, early childhood education for children of all abilities. Headquartered in Northeast Philadelphia, we've been named a Top Workplace for eight consecutive years by Philly.com with over 1,100 employees. We've also been named an Autism Center for Excellence by Community Behavioral Health. For more information, visit www.spininc.org or Facebook.com/SPINInc
About the Role

 

Come Join Us at SPIN as A Teacher’s Assistant in our Children Services Department


For The Last 50 Years, We Have Been a Local Leader in the Support of Children and Adults.   We Were Named Top Workplace for 11 Consecutive Years. SPIN’s Early Childhood Program is rated Keystone Star 4 Status which is the highest level of achievement for early learning programs in Pennsylvania. more about us Learn About Us By Visiting www.spininc.org

 

The Accountabilities of a Teacher Assistant Include:

  • Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development 
  • Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times 
  • Assist children with activities of daily life (e.g., diapering/restroom use, feeding, dressing)  
  • Help facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for preschoolers 
  • Creating and maintaining an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children 
  • Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service 
  • Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children 
  • Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects of the children’s care as well as classroom management 
  • Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the organization at all times

SPIN Offers Benefits to Their Employees Who Work 30+ Hours. These Benefits Include:

  • Full medical benefits only $5 per pay – free Dental & Vision coverage
  • 40 hour employees earn 3 weeks PTO in their first year
  • retirement plan and biannual employer match
  • Up to $500 yearly in Wellness plan rewards
  • Longevity & referral bonuses and much more

 The tools you need: 

  • High School diploma/GED
  • Child Development Associate or Early Childhood Education credits a plus but not necessary
  • Experience working with young children.
  • Clear, pleasant and courteous communicator, both written and oral
  • Ability to work independently as well as be an effective multi-disciplinary team member

SPIN is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. SPIN does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.”


Monday-Friday 8am-3pm
35 hours weekly/52 weeks
Key Skills
Child developmentSupervisionClassroom managementCurriculum implementationCommunicationTeamworkInterpersonal skillsOrganizationSafety compliance
Categories
EducationSocial Services
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offRetirement planEmployer matchWellness plan rewardsLongevity bonusesReferral bonuses
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Teacher Assistant will support the Lead Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and facilitating daily activities for preschoolers. They are responsible for ensuring the safety, hygiene, and well-being of children while maintaining a professional rapport with families.
📋Job Type
cbu full time
💰Salary Range
$17 - $18
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
336
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
35 hours
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