Rewarding Career in Education

Our mission is to provide a nurturing and safe environment through a quality educational program that will promote children’s physical, emotional, cognitive, and social skills.

We strongly believe that in order to maintain quality care for our children, the key to a successful education program is to promote professional development for staff that are dedicated and reliable. Young Achievers has recruited a diverse group of staff that are dedicated and reliable. They have taken an oath to ensure that the best interest of each child is always met. YALC is an Equal Employment Opportunity organization. Employment opportunities shall be provided for all applicants.

Basic Qualifications

• Maximum love and appreciation for children
• A positive role model — “What we desire our children to become, we must endeavor to be before them.”
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• FBI, Criminal, and Child Abuse Clearances
• Health Assessment
• Reliable

Responsibilities

• Maintain a nurturing and safe environment
• Supervise children in various settings
• Maintain accurate record of student attendance
• Word with children to assist in homework completion, recreational and curricular activities
• Attend professional development trainings/meetings
• Understand and implement YALC contracts, policies, and procedures

YALC believes that children grow and develop best when supplied with educational and multi-cultural activities such as: arts & crafts, musical/dance skits & performances, indoor/outdoor games, science activities, dramatic play, conflict resolution, and group discussions. Children will do homework, engage in self-discovery play, negotiate rules of positive behavior with peers, and most importantly…have FUN!

Useful Career Links

• United Way
• Philadelphia School District
• Philadelphia School District Calendar
• Penn State Extension

Job Application

To submit an application to the YALC for employment please complete this application.