Child Care Staff — Flexible Hours & Center Support

United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off

Holidays (11)

Health Insurance

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) Salary Deferral

401(k) 5% Company Contribution

Group Term Life Insurance

Free membership with NET Credit Union

Free Child Care Services

Employee Assistance Program

LifeMart Employee Discounts

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA seeks a Child Care Staff (Assistant Group Supervisor) in Scranton, PA. This role supports classroom activities and daily routines, helping keep the center running smoothly and providing a safe, engaging environment for children.

The ideal candidate is dependable, energetic, patient, organized, and a team player who can assist in various tasks and adapt to the center’s needs, with opportunities for higher-level roles if qualified.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, manage office schedule, and greet clients professionally and promptly.
• Supervise small groups of children during activities.
• Assist in food preparation and serving; assist in monthly food inventory.
• Assist co-workers in all aspects of Child Care operation.
• Assist co-workers in ensuring Center compliance with regulations for Child Care operations.
• Participate in weekly Center staff meetings.
• Take responsibility for opening and closing the Center.
• Plan and implement daily program activities under Center Director guidance.
• Perform administrative and other tasks to ensure smooth operation of the center.

Skills

Dependable

Energetic

Team player

Patient

Organized

Education

High school diploma

Associates or Bachelors in Early Childhood Education

Job description

United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA seeks a Child Care Staff (Assistant Group Supervisor) in Scranton, PA. This role supports classroom activities and daily routines, helping keep the center running smoothly and providing a safe, engaging environment for children.

The ideal candidate is dependable, energetic, patient, organized, and a team player who can assist in various tasks and adapt to the center’s needs, with opportunities for higher-level roles if qualified.