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About This Position

Position Title:
Rotating Assistant Teacher
Publish Date:
02/02/2026
Brief Overview:
The Germantown Academy Sapling Center for Early Learning is an early childhood center located on the campus of Germantown Academy in Fort Washington, PA. Founded in 2026, this program serves infants through 4-year-olds.
Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Germantown Academy Sapling Center for Early Learning is seeking an engaging, thoughtful, and warm individual for a full-time rotating assistant teacher position in our Early Childhood Program (infancy- age 4) beginning August 2026. This 10-month position offers an excellent array of benefits and a highly competitive salary.

Reporting to the Sapling Center Director, the Rotating Assistant Teacher supports the classroom Lead Teacher in planning and executing the curriculum with students. The Rotating Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing daily care and supporting a classroom environment and learning experiences that nurture the healthy growth and development of each child.
Listing Expiration Date:
03/19/2026
Job Responsibilities:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Classroom Responsibilities
• Support a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment where young children are well-cared for and supported in their growth
• Engage and be fully present with children throughout the day
• Assist in the preparation of the classroom materials and the establishment of daily classroom routines
• Work with the teaching team to implement intentional and meaningful instruction daily based on the curriculum as well as children’s developmental stages and interests
• Prepare lessons and materials within an existing classroom curriculum framework
• Teach various components of the program, including leading small groups throughout the day
• Provide positive guidance for each child’s healthy social and emotional development
• Assist with observation and documentation of children’s learning and progress and communicate to the Lead Teacher

Professional Responsibilities
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with the children in your care, colleagues, and families
• Work in tandem with the Lead and Assistant Teacher(s) to establish and promote a professional, consistent, and positive classroom climate reflective of the Sapling Center Mission, Vision and Values
• Attend and wholeheartedly engage in professional development opportunities including the Program for Infant and Toddler Care and Highscope curricula, all required in-service and faculty meetings, professional conferences, and programs aligned with the goals of the Sapling program and PA state regulations.
• Fulfill all supervisory duties as assigned before, during and after formal instruction times
Job Type:
Full-Time
Number of Jobs Available:
1
Required Experience
1-2 years
Required Studies:
High-School Diploma/GED
Salary Option:
Hourly
Required Languages:
English
Salary Requirements:
$18.00 per hour
Preferred Start Date (use calendar button):
08/20/2026
Benefits:
This 10-month position offers an excellent array of benefits and a highly competitive salary.
Expected Start/End Time:
9:00 am-5:30 pm
Keystone STAR Level:
STAR 1
Age Group Position:
Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Minimum Number of ECE Credits Required:
0
Minimum Career Lattice Level:
Not Applicable
Required Experience:
1-2 years
PA Teacher Certification Required?:
No
Apply By:
Website
Application Must Include:
Cover Letter, Resume, Copy of Transcript, Other
Enter Apply-To eMail, Address, Website, or Phone:
https://www.germantownacademy.net/saplingcenter/work
Other Documents Required:
A contact list of at least three professional references and two written letters of recommendation
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About This Employer

GERMANTOWN ACADEMY SAPLING CENTER FOR EARLY LEARNING
340 Morris Road
, 

Fort Washington
, PA 
19034



 
PA DHS Certified

 Northeast-PA