Early childhood center admissions

The ECC is located adjacent to the Wissahickon Inn on SCH Academy's campus—just off of 501 W. Springfield Avenue.

For those who are familiar with the SCH campus, the Center is located within the Jordan Building (previously home of the Lower School Boys). The Center has a playground with ample space for the children to play and explore the natural world.

Reggio Emilia is an emergent early childhood learning philosophy that is based on the interests of the student rather than a structured curriculum. It stresses collaboration among children, teachers, and parents. In essence, we are also students or "co-learners.” The classroom is designed for self-directed work and play. It’s also a dynamic social space: “a meeting place where freedom, democracy, and solidarity are practiced." 

“The Reggio philosophy prepares children for their future in education and in life,” says Janet Giovinazzo, director of the ECC.

Early Childhood Center staff must have all the documentation listed below as a condition of employment. This is a compliance requirement for the State of Pennsylvania Office of Childhood Development and Early Learning.

For all employees:
1. A current resume
2. Two written letters of reference that specifically recommend you for work in child care
3. Official college transcripts
4. Copy of diploma (highest earned)
5. PA Child Abuse History Clearance through the Department of Human Services *
6. FBI Fingerprinting Clearance through the Department of Human Services*
7. Criminal Record check less than 60 months old under "Employment" Education*
8. If an employee has resided outside of PA within the previous five years, they must obtain the following clearances from that state:
     a. A state criminal history check;
     b. State sex offender registry check; and
     c. State child abuse and neglect registry check.
9. National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) verification
10. Certificate of Completion of Mandated Reporter Training
11. Childcare Employee Data Sheet
12. Child Care Employment Verification Form
13. Childcare Staff Health Assessment, including TB testing
14. Signed Disclosure Statement
15. Certificate of completion of Pediatric CPR and First Aid

For Lead Teachers and Substitute Teachers:
1. Cert of completion of Health & Safety Basics
*SCH will accept copies of clearances as long as they were processed

SCH Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Equal Opportunity Provider.