Child Care Teaching Assistant - 4-Day Week + Benefits

Kids for the Future; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

PTO

Sick time

Tuition Reimbursement

Floating holiday

Employee perks and discounts

Job summary

Vincentian Child Discovery Center in the North Hills area is seeking a dedicated Child Care Teaching Assistant to support lead teachers and provide a safe, engaging environment for children.

Full-time opportunities include a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits; choose between a 4-day, 10-hour schedule or a regular Monday–Friday, 8-hour schedule, with chances to contribute to children's social, spiritual, physical, and intellectual development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One of CDA/CTE, SAPC, OCDEL-approved credential, ECE program, or 6 ECE credits.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and implementing age-appropriate activities.
• Provide attentive care for daily needs including hygiene and meals.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized classroom environment.
• Model positive behavior and effective communication for children.
• Document observations and daily classroom records.
• Communicate professionally with parents and families.
• Support orientation of new children and families into the Center.
• Administer first aid/medication as required.
• Supervise staff and volunteers in the absence of leads.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

First aid

Team collaboration

Education

High school

Job description

Vincentian Child Discovery Center in the North Hills area is seeking a dedicated Child Care Teaching Assistant to support lead teachers and provide a safe, engaging environment for children.

Full-time opportunities include a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits; choose between a 4-day, 10-hour schedule or a regular Monday–Friday, 8-hour schedule, with chances to contribute to children's social, spiritual, physical, and intellectual development.