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Current Job Openings:    
Full Time Preschool Teacher:  This position is for 37 hours per week.  Hours are Monday-Friday from 7:30am-3:30pm.  Compensation starts at $10.00/hour and is commensurate with experience.    
Minimum Requirements:  A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education and current PA teaching certificate.   All state-mandated clearances are required.
   
Qualifications:  The desired candidate will enjoy teaching three and four year old children in a dynamic, hands-on classroom.    Gentle and consistent classroom management skills required. Experience and competence with implementing "centers" is required.  We are seeking "Out of the Box" educators who feel most comfortable when students are actively engaged in hands-on learning.  This is NOT a childcare position.  It is a teaching position.  Qualified applicants will be flexible and capable at supporting different learning styles with the goal of fostering student community and independence.  
  Benefits:  Paid trainings, scholarships for continuing education, cafeteria benefit options, paid personal days, credit union membership, and internal promotion potential.  Candidates with a four year degree are highly encouraged to apply. 
Interested parties should paste their cover letter and resume below or e-mail them to: president@discoverytime.net   Application Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is found. 
Teacher/Group Supervisor for After School Program:  This position is for ~37 hours per week.  Tentative schedule is Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 5:30pm.  Compensation ranges between $7.50 and $10.00/hour depending on degree, certifications, references, and experience. 
  
Minimum Requirements:  A Child Development Associate (CDA), Associate's Degree in Early childhood or Elementary Education, or Graduation from the Bedford High School Child Development Program.  **Applicants may be considered for a position without the CDA but will be required to sign a two year employment contract. 
  
Qualifications:  The desired applicant will have a strong affinity for and understanding of creative and intuitive-based teaching methodologies.  Experience and competence with implementing “centers” is a major plus!  We are seeking highly motivated, creative, and independent people who feel most comfortable when students are actively engaged in hands-on learning and who can take charge.  This is NOT a childcare position.  It is a teaching position.  Qualified applicants will be flexible and have a natural affinity for children.  Candidates will be versatile and independent--able to "jump in and get started" in our dynamic preschool and after school programs.  Artistic and musical ability are a big PLUS!  Certified applicants will take precedence over other applicants.  Flexibility and a smile are required!  We offer reimbursement for required clearances if you don't already have them or if they have expired.  This is a start-up position with great opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in private education.    
Benefits:  Paid trainings, scholarships for continuing education, cafeteria benefit options, paid personal days, credit union membership, and internal promotion potential.  Candidates with a four year degree are highly encouraged to apply. 
Interested parties should paste their cover letter and resume below or e-mail them to: president@discoverytime.net   Application Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is found. 
Substitute Teachers:  This position is on an as needed basis.  Substitutes will be compensated at a rate of $10.00 per hour.  
  
Minimum Requirements:  A Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education and current PA teaching certificate.   All state-mandated clearances are required. 
 Qualifications:  The desired applicant will have a strong affinity for and understanding of creative and intuitive-based teaching methodologies.  Experience and competence with implementing “centers” is a major plus!  We are seeking “Out of the Box” educators who feel most comfortable when students are actively engaged in hands-on learning.  This is NOT a childcare position.  It is a substitute teaching position.  Qualified applicants will be flexible and open to subbing on an "as needed" basis.  Candidates will be versatile and independent--able to "jump in and get started" in any one of our dynamic pre-school or elementary school classrooms.  Certified applicants will be added to our Substitute Pool and called when needed.  In some cases, we may be able to schedule work days in advance.  Flexibility and a smile are required!  This is a great opportunity for someone looking to have fun with our amazing kids and make a little money on the side!
Interested parties should paste their cover letter and resume below or e-mail them to:  president@discoverytime.net. Application Deadline: Ongoing

 

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