Child Care Substitute

Jobtailor; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Pittsburgh seeks a dedicated childcare assistant to support daily activities, supervise young learners, and help keep a safe, clean classroom environment. The role emphasizes collaboration with teaching staff and proactive communication with families.

The position requires 18+ with a high school diploma or GED, with preferred 2 years in child care and relevant certifications; flexibility for classroom coverage across centers is a plus.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children.
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines.
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations.

Skills

Child care experience

Early education degree

CDA Certification

Classroom management

Parent communication

Education

High School Diploma

GED

CDA certification

Job description

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations

Requirements

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• 2 years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in child care and early education, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children while maintaining effective communication with parents. Capable of providing flexible support across various classroom settings and age groups.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Child Care Experience
• Early Education Degree
• CDA Certification
• Classroom Management
• Parent Communication

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

• CDA
• High School Diploma
• GED

Industry Keywords

• Child Care
• Daycare
• Preschool
• Classroom Safety
• Teaching Coverage