Interested in working with us to shape children’s futures?
Here’s an Overview of our IMMEDIATE OPENINGS
(Please then scroll to learn more about the application process):
For details about these exciting positions (and benefits!), view the job descriptions
Office/Administrative Opening
Teaching Position openings:
Lead School-Age Teacher
This is a full-time position; member of the Children’s Village Federation of Teachers Union.
Must have a 4-year degree in ECE and 2 years experience OR an Associates degree in ECE and four years experience. Experience with NAEYC Accreditation required. Click here for more details.
Part-Time Teaching Staff (formerly called substitute teachers)
Flexible schedules available for part-time teaching staff members! You can find more information here. Please scroll down for information on the hiring process, application, and other required documents.
We are always on the look out for: Full-Time/Part-Time Teachers!
Do you see yourself working with a broad diversity of co-workers, families, and children who enjoy learning from one another?
Do you value frequent, innovative professional development opportunities, including the chance to continue your higher education?
Children’s Village Teachers Enjoy:
An excellent reputation for working with a program that is a model of excellence
A teaching-team approach in which a lead and assistant teacher work closely together to create an exciting classroom environment
A curriculum for each age group with room for teacher creativity and family involvement
Frequent professional development opportunities to stay abreast of the latest thinking in the field
Competitive salary and benefits including a generous leave time package
Low staff turnover
Per Diem Part-Time Teaching Staff Opportunities
Are you thinking of entering the field of teaching?
Are you retired, but interested in some rewarding full or part-time work?
Have you always wanted to work with young children or elementary school students?
Children’s Village Part-Time Teaching Staff Members Receive:
On-site paid training in classrooms
Work assignments in team settings with another teacher
Initial orientation and regular meetings
Training opportunities, including first aid and CPR
A pay rate based on education and experience, plus yearly raises
Annual performance evaluations
Flexible hours…we work with your schedule
Many of our full-time staff have been hired from the pool of part-time teaching staff members. Here’s a FAQ! FAQ P-t teaching staff
I’m Interested! How Do I Get Started?
First, complete the Application for Employment and Volunteering at Children’s Village and return it to the contact information listed on the bottom of this page. Download
Application for Employment & Volunteering (PDF)
Application for Employment & Volunteering (word)
What Happens Next?
Children’s Village will contact qualified candidates to schedule an interview. Please keep in mind that the requirements listed below are the minimum for employees at Children’s Village. There is other paperwork at Children’s Village you will be required to complete before you start. Some positions may also require additional documents or clearances. Children’s Village is a drug-free environment. All staff members must complete drug and alcohol screening. Children’s Village will provide information about the screening, which must be completed before you start.
You will need to provide proof (your receipt) indicating that you have submitted the following applications to the respective agencies:
Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance: Download information here: Child Abuse Clearance 2015. You must submit request for Child Abuse History Clearance Online.
Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Record: Download information here: PA Criminal Background Clearance 2015. You must submit request for Criminal History Record Online.
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare (DPW) Applicant Fingerprinting Services Online Registration. Please visit identogo.com and follow instructions on this pdf FBI Clearance informaton.
As of September 29, 2019, The following clearance is also required, click and print the following link: National Sex Offender Registry Verification Form -this can be printed, scanned and emailed to: RA-PWNSOR@pa.gov
In addition, you will need to provide Children’s Village with:
Child Care Staff Health Assessment (which includes tuberculosis screening) that has been completed by a physician. Download the Child-Care-Staff-Health-Assessment-Version-2_12
Proof of educational experience (official transcripts and copies of diplomas)
Proof of work experience (if one of your letters of reference is from a current or former employer, ask the employer to include your start date and average hours worked per week, and end date, if applicable)
Two forms of identification (one must provide proof of age)
Qualified persons interested in seeking employment at Children’s Village are encouraged to mail, fax, or e-mail the Application for Employment and Volunteering at Children’s Village to: Children’s Village 125 North 8th Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 Phone: (215) 931-0190 Fax: (215) 413-2102 Email: info@childrensvillagephila.org We also offer a range of other career positions. When we do have positions available, we advertise them on our website and on monster.com
Employment Non-Discrimination Clause
An open and equitable personnel system has been established and will be maintained. Personnel policies, procedures, and practices are designed to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment opportunities shall be provided for applicants with disabilities and reasonable accommodation (s) shall be made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees.