Early Childhood Teacher — Lead & Inspire Young Minds

Vincentian Child Development Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

PTO

Sick time

Floating holiday

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement with employer contribution

Employee Discounts on Childcare

Additional voluntary benefits

Employee perks and discounts

Job summary

Vincentian Child Discovery Center in North Hills seeks a dedicated Child Care Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where young children can thrive.

As a full-time team member, you will plan age-appropriate activities, support daily needs, mentor assistants, and collaborate with families; a $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with comprehensive benefits and a choice between 4x10-hour or 5x8-hour schedules.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the listed minimum education requirements.
• Warm, compassionate, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Creative, energetic, and adaptable.
• Organized and able to prioritize multiple classroom responsibilities.
• Comfortable providing leadership to classroom staff.
• Strong communicator with children, families, coworkers, and management.
• Most importantly, know how to have FUN at work!

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement age-appropriate activities and curriculum.
• Provide warm, compassionate care supporting each child's needs.
• Oversee and provide guidance to Teaching Assistants and Daycare Assistants.
• Provide for children's daily needs, including care, hygiene, meals, learning, and activities.
• Promote positive behavior through appropriate guidance and classroom management.
• Model positive behaviors and effective communication for children and staff.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Complete classroom records, observations, assessments, and documentation.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with parents and families.
• Help new children and families transition into the classroom and Center.
• Assist with specialized programs, family events, and Center-wide activities.
• Prepare meals provided by parents and supplement with Center food for nutrition.
• Support staff development and a collaborative classroom environment.
• Stay current with childcare regulations and professional development requirements.
• Follow all policies, regulations, and safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Warm and compassionate

Creative

Organized

Leadership

Communication

Dependable

Fun at work

Education

ECE-focused ASB or AST

AA/AS in Early Childhood Education (ECE)

AA/AS/BA/BS in related field + 18 ECE credits

AA/AS/BA/BS in unrelated field + 30 ECE credits

Elementary Education degree + 12 ECE credits

Job description

Vincentian Child Discovery Center in North Hills seeks a dedicated Child Care Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where young children can thrive.

As a full-time team member, you will plan age-appropriate activities, support daily needs, mentor assistants, and collaborate with families; a $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with comprehensive benefits and a choice between 4x10-hour or 5x8-hour schedules.