The Tatnall School seeks a warm and enthusiastic Early Childhood assistant teacher for the 2025-26 school year.  Informed by current research and developmentally appropriate practice, assistant teachers will collaborate closely with their divisional teammates to design, implement, and assess innovative learning experiences for young children.  A qualified candidate will value an active and collaborative learning environment that centers the student experience. This full time position reports to the Head of Early Childhood.

 Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum associate’s degree in early childhood education or related field 
• A student-centered approach to education
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Current Delaware certification as at least an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher, or the ability to obtain it 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in planning playful and child-centered learning experiences that align with an established curricular framework.
• Assist in assessing student learning through careful observation, and document that learning through photographs, videos, anecdotal records, and work samples.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and intentionally prepared classroom environment. 
• Assist admissions by welcoming families, participating in back-to-school nights, open houses, and social events to promote The Tatnall School.
• Assume a primary teaching role in the absence of the teacher or when needed. 
• Serve as a counselor for four weeks of summer camp between June and August 2026, with the option to work additional weeks.
• Comply with all regulations as set forth by Delaware’s Office of Child Care Licensing.

Interested candidates should submit their résumé, a letter of interest, and three references to:

Adrienne Meade 

Head of Early Childhood 

The Tatnall School

1501 Barley Mill Road

Wilmington, DE 19807

adriennemeade@tatnall.org

To learn more about The Tatnall School, please visit our website at www.tatnall.org.

About The Tatnall School

Founded in 1930, The Tatnall School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school situated on a pastoral, 110-acre campus in Greenville, Delaware, near Wilmington. Tatnall includes four academic divisions with 500 students from age 2 through grade 12. Its challenging academic curriculum and programs, combined with award-winning faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, create an environment of educational excellence. Because of its emphasis on creating a caring and nurturing community, Tatnall is known as “the family school” and its motto, Omnia in Caritate – all things in love, is at the core of everything the school does.

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