Preschool Classroom Teacher

About Cen Clear

At Cen Clear
, our mission is to improve lives through high‑quality early childhood and behavioral health services for all ages. Serving over sixteen counties in Pennsylvania, we are committed to fostering growth and wellbeing in individuals, families, and communities. We take pride in being a trusted provider and a top employer, recognized for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

• Teamwork
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  We believe in unity, collaboration, and the power of working together.
• Change & Innovation
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  We embrace new ideas to drive continuous improvement.
• Respect & Compassion
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  Every person is treated with dignity in a safe, caring environment.
• Integrity
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  We operate with honesty, fairness, and trust.
• Resilience
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  We encourage self‑awareness, self‑care, and meaningful relationships.
• Wellbeing
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  We care deeply about our employees’ physical, emotional, and economic health.
• Community Commitment
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  We collaborate and advocate with and for our communities.

Preschool Classroom Teacher in Grampian, PA. You will work with children aged 3‑5 in a supportive, engaging environment. Your responsibilities include curriculum implementation, classroom management, staff supervision, parent engagement, confidentiality, and program governance.

• Work 40 hours per week, 44 weeks per year (including 42 weeks of work plus ten paid holidays).
• Teach class from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday‑Friday.
• Oversee classroom operations and management.
• Manage classroom staff and provide direct supervision to support roles within the assigned classroom.
• Implement curriculum and conduct child assessments.
• Engage with parents through monthly home visits.
• Support parents as the child’s advocate, first and most important teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with agency policy.
• Encourage family engagement in program governance by participation in planning, center parent meetings and policy council.
• Assist families in identifying resources, needs and methods of achieving their goals.
• Support families in the transition from their current program into the next environment for the child.
• Implement PBIS strategies through the framework of the Pyramid Model.
• Implement Al's Pals to support social‑emotional development.
• Develop professional relationships with co‑workers, early intervention providers, district personnel and community partners.
• Collaborate with co‑workers in planning classroom activities, parent trainings and field trips.
• Adhere to program guidelines and requirements.

• Associate degree in early childhood; or
• Associate degree in related field with coursework equivalent to a major in early childhood education; or
• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education (PK‑4), Early Childhood, or a Bachelor’s degree in related field with coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood/Elementary Education (PK‑4); or
• An active Pre‑Kindergarten‑4 (PK‑4) certification. Teachers with current certification in PA could add PK‑4 to current certification by passing required tests.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Must obtain the following clearances prior to hire: PA State Police Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History, FBI Criminal History, and Mandated Reporting Certificate.

• Meaningful work that positively impacts families and communities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (cost shared).
• Paid Holidays (10 per year, including a floating holiday).
• Vacation/Sick Leave.
• Paid Planning Time.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Life Insurance.
• Short‑Term Disability.
• 401(k) with up to 7% company match (start contributing after 30 days; employer match begins after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (includes immediate family members).
• 18% discount on Verizon cell phone services.
• Flexible Work Schedule (if position qualifies).
• Mileage Reimbursement.
• Tuition/Course Reimbursement for applicable coursework.
• Student Loan Forgiveness (if position meets PSLF and LRP program requirements).
• Technology and Software Discounts available.

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Cen Clear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.