Community Progress Council Inc
Location
York, Pennsylvania
Salary
$22 - $28 / HOUR
The teacher will foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment while partnering with families to support children's developmental and educational needs. Responsibilities include implementing lesson plans, conducting assessments, and mentoring assistant teachers to ensure high-quality learning experiences.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field, with at least one year of experience working with preschool children. Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential for this role.
Description Are you a passionate educator ready to inspire the next generation? Do you thrive in energetic classroom environments and want to make a meaningful difference for children and their families? Community Progress Council is growing, and we’re excited to welcome dedicated Early Childhood Preschool Teachers to our team.
If you bring a strong work ethic, value collaboration, and are motivated by a mission that strengthens families and transforms communities, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.
At CPC, we go beyond the classroom. Our integrated approach includes Family Coaches, Positive Behavior Intervention Specialists, Instructional Support, and Health & Nutrition Education experts—all working together to create a nurturing, inclusive, and impactful learning experience for children and families. Through clear boundaries, effective behavior strategies, and play-based learning, we ensure every child can thrive.
Commitment: Demonstrate a strong alignment with the vision and mission of Head Start of York County and Community Progress Council, Inc.
Apply a solid understanding of early childhood education principles, child development, and effective behavior management strategies.
Foster a clean, safe, and positive classroom atmosphere that promotes respect, active learning, and cultural responsiveness.
Partner with parents and teaching staff to design developmentally appropriate activities that encourage problem-solving, language growth, and social-emotional development.
Maintain a structured daily schedule featuring engaging group experiences, music, outdoor play, and smooth transitions.
Utilize approved tools to assess children’s development and collaborate with families and staff to address special needs.
Accurately maintain lesson plans, observations, and educational records in compliance with program requirements.
Mentor and support assistant teachers in delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning experiences while modeling professionalism, flexibility, and accountability.
Communication: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Builds rapport and relates well to others.
Education and Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Child and Family Studies, or Elementary Education, plus at least one year of experience working with preschool children. An associate degree in these fields may be considered. Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals in English. Bilingual skills in Spanish, Haitian-Creole, or Arabic are desirable.
Strong verbal skills to effectively present information to groups and write clear reports and correspondence.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite in a Windows environment preferred.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding children and family information.
Ability to adjust work schedule for program functions and parent needs.
Why Join Us? At Community Progress Council, Inc., we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families in our community. Our benefits include, but are not limited to medical, paid dental, and paid vision coverage the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment, 401(k) retirement plan with 3% match, generous paid time off, 10 company-paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, and tuition reimbursement for staff.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, classroom teacher openings often draw candidates with early-childhood or childcare experience, especially when child development knowledge and classroom routines are part of the role. These positions can be competitive because employers look for strong organization, communication, time management, and current First Aid/CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm the original posting for any credential or schedule details before applying.
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