Child Care Substitute Staff

The Learning Lamp & Ignite Education Solutions; Ebensburg (Cambria County); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Pet Insurance

Retirement savings (403(b))

529 Savings Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Childcare discounts

Job summary

The Learning Lamp is hiring for part-time roles in childcare and education. We offer a collaborative, supportive environment with training and professional development to expand your skills and advance into leadership, administration, and operations roles.

Centers operate Monday–Friday, 6 a.m.–6 p.m., with shifts based on program needs. We provide substantial childcare discounts and benefits, including insurance and retirement options, alongside tuition reimbursement and savings plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Early Childhood Education certification is a plus.
• Previous experience with children and volunteer/teacher experience are valuable.
• Willingness to pass required clearances and training (mandated reporter, physical, TB test).
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend and stop for long periods (8-hour day).
• Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR and first aid certification.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with children.
• Opportunities to start your career with room to grow within our organization.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and Safety: Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities, maintaining a secure environment.
• Daily Care Activities: Assist with feeding, diapering, toileting, and other basic care routines.
• Foster independence in children by encouraging self-help skills appropriate to their age.
• Curriculum Implementation: Follow the daily schedule and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Support classroom staff with games, arts and crafts, learning activities, and other developmental experiences.
• Communication: Maintain positive communication with parents, children, and fellow staff members.
• Collaborate with colleagues to help ensure consistent care and support for children.
• Behavior Management: Encourage positive behavior through patience, redirection, and positive reinforcement.
• Address challenging behaviors in a calm and professional manner.
• Health and Hygiene: Help maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards within the classroom and facility.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and administer basic first aid when necessary.
• Record-Keeping: Assist with documentation related to daily activities, incidents, and observations as needed.
• Parental Involvement: Support positive relationships with families through professional and respectful communication.
• Schedule and Availability: Must be flexible and available to work shifts based on program and staffing needs.
• Opportunities may include summer work, school breaks, holidays, and other as-needed shifts.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Child care experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; ECE certification a plus

Job description

What are the hours like?

Our centers are open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Substitute opportunities are available within these hours based on program and staffing needs.

We offer flexible scheduling and will work with your availability whenever possible.

What do we offer?

A collaborative, supportive environment for your professional growth.

Training and Development opportunities, including access to a professional development platform where you choose your growth opportunities.

Career Advancement opportunities through our apprenticeship programs for roles in leadership, administration, operations, and more!

Holidays

We are closed/you are off include:

• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Fourth of July
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

Substantial Childcare Discounts for most employees, including

• Infant/Toddler: $12 per day or less if eligible for Child Care Works (CCW)
• Preschool - School Age: $9 per day
• 50% Off Before and After Care
• 50% Off Tutoring Services

Pay Ranges

From $12.00+ based on experience

Our Part-Time positions also include:

• Dental Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement savings (403(b))
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition reimbursement

What are the duties and responsibilities?

• Supervision and Safety:
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities, maintaining a secure environment.
• Daily Care Activities:
• Assist with feeding, diapering, toileting, and other basic care routines.
• Foster independence in children by encouraging self-help skills appropriate to their age.
• Curriculum Implementation:
• Follow the daily schedule and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Support classroom staff with games, arts and crafts, learning activities, and other developmental experiences.
• Communication:
• Maintain positive communication with parents, children, and fellow staff members.
• Collaborate with colleagues to help ensure consistent care and support for children.
• Behavior Management:
• Encourage positive behavior through patience, redirection, and positive reinforcement.
• Address challenging behaviors in a calm and professional manner.
• Health and Hygiene:
• Help maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards within the classroom and facility.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and administer basic first aid when necessary.
• Record-Keeping:
• Assist with documentation related to daily activities, incidents, and observations as needed.
• Parental Involvement:
• Support positive relationships with families through professional and respectful communication.
• Schedule and Availability:
• Must be flexible and available to work shifts based on program and staffing needs.
• Opportunities may include summer work, school breaks, holidays, and other as‑needed shifts.

What are the required qualifications?

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Early Childhood Education certification is a plus.
• Previous experience with children. Have you volunteered with children before? Are you a former or retired teacher? All of these are examples of some of the many ways our staff have experience with children.
• Willingness to go through and pass the required clearances and training to ensure the safety and security of our children, including: mandated reporter training, a physical, and a TB test. This can typically be accomplished within a week to get you started.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Capacity for sitting, standing, walking, bending and stopping for long periods of time, as these happen throughout the eight-hour day.
• Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR and first aid certification.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with children.
• Our opportunities are a great way to get a start in your career that offers a lot of room to grow within our organization. We need supportive and committed people to positively impact the next generation.

Note: The specific responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on the policies of regulations governing child care and education.

EOE - The Learning Lamp is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. In accordance with the Pregnant Workers' Fairness Act (PWFA), The Learning Lamp will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees or applicants with known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on business operations. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace where all employees and applicants feel valued and supported. Reasonable Accommodations for individuals with di