Child Care Assistants -- Full or Part-time

Lifesteps, Inc.; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local non-profit organization is seeking Child Care Assistants for their Butler Early Education center. This role offers full-time or part-time positions with no evenings or weekends. Assist in nurturing and educating children, while enjoying comprehensive benefits including paid medical coverage and vacation time.

Benefits

100% Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Premiums

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal/Emergency Time

12 Paid Holidays

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Two years experience working with children required.
• Ability to lift or move up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Care and supervision of children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Assisting with lesson planning and creating engaging activities.
• Informing parents about the child's day.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Child Care Assistants -- Full or Part-time

Join to apply for the Child Care Assistants -- Full or Part-time role at Lifesteps, Inc.

Lifesteps is immediately hiring Full-Time or Part-time Child Care Assistants for the Butler Early Education center. Lifesteps is a local non-profit, human service organization providing programs and services to support children of all abilities with their early care and education needs.

Child Care Assistants (also known as Assistant Group Supervisors or Teacher Aides) work Monday through Friday, during daylight hours, in the daycare and preschool center. No evenings, no weekends!

Job Duties Include:

• The care and supervision of children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years old
• Assisting with lesson planning and creating engaging activities
• Supervising indoor and outdoor playtime
• Teaching children subjects like colors and letters, and basic concepts such as sharing
• Nurturing infants and playing with toddlers
• Informing parents about the child's day
• Making a difference in the lives of children. Join our team! Lifesteps has a tradition of providing exceptional childcare and preschool services for generations.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED and two years of experience working with children (paid or unpaid, e.g., summer camps, church nursery, babysitting, volunteering, etc.)
• Ability to lift or move up to 30 pounds without assistance
• Ability to obtain acceptable state clearances
• Able to multitask and work in a team environment

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related fields
• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Art/Dance Therapy, Music Therapy, Family Studies, or related Human Services fields

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• 100% Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Premiums
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal/Emergency Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and more

Apply Today!

• Online: www.lifesteps.net
• Call: 724-283-1010

Lifesteps -- Where Rewarding Opportunities Start!

EOE/ADA. Lifesteps is a drug-free workplace.