Infant/Young Toddler Daycare Teacher

Countryside-Daycare-; Mountainhome (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Job summary

Countryside Daycare & Preschool in Cresco, PA seeks qualified staff to join our Keystone STAR 4 center. As an early childhood teacher, you’ll implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum and create a nurturing classroom where children learn through hands-on activities.

We welcome at least 2 years of childcare experience, a High School Diploma (Associate degree or CDA preferred), and various clearances. We offer training and a supportive, in-person work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; Associate degree or CDA preferred and may lead to higher starting salary.
• 2+ years of childcare experience.
• Health assessment with a TB test and required clearances (Background, FBI, NSOR).

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum (Funnydaffer).
• Create a nurturing classroom environment that promotes learning and growth.
• Maintain a safe and clean classroom following health and safety guidelines.
• Attend trainings to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or CDA preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Countryside Daycare & Preschool is seeking qualified and dedicated staff who enjoy working with children for our family-owned and operated Keystone STAR 4 center in Cresco!

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma (Associate degree or CDA preferred, and will have a higher starting salary)
• 2 years + experience working with children
• Health assessment with a TB test
• Criminal Background Check
• Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance
• NSOR Clearance
• 2 Letters of reference
• Pediatric CPR/First Certification (Preferred to start but will train)
• Mandated Reporter Training (Preferred to start but will train)
• Health and Safety Basics Training (Preferred to start but will train)
• Fire Safety Training (Preferred to start but will train)

If you are passionate about creating a nurturing environment for children to thrive with an organization that is devoted to helping kiddos learn and grow– let's connect!

What you’ll do

As an early childhood teacher, you will help to create a safe space where children can explore and learn with hands-on activities. Day to day you’ll:

• Assist with implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum (we use Funnydaffer)
• Create a nurturing and engaging classroom environment that promotes learning and growth
• Maintain a safe and clean classroom, adhering to health and safety guidelines
• Attend training sessions to stay current with best practices in early childhood education

What you need to thrive in this role

A love for working with children, flexibility to assist where needed, and a willingness to learn.

Additional needs include:

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of childcare experience
• Skills required: A positive attitude, patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with children are a must! Additionally, excellent communication skills with both children and adults, a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment, organizational skills, cleanliness, and attention to detail
• Physical requirements: Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs., kneel, move, and exercise with the children, stand for long periods, and pass a health screening
• Location: Our classroom is located at 133 Golf Drive, Cresco
• Schedule: We are open Monday-Friday (except major holidays) from 6:30am-6:00pm. Currently, we have hours available from 8:30am-5:30pm (with a 1hr lunch).

Additional Expectations

• Follow daily feeding/eating schedules (posted in classroom)
• Assist in potty training
• Follow daily schedule (posted in classroom)
• Inform Center Director of any problems that arise with discipline, staff, illness, supplies, or room maintenance
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and other mandatory staff functions
• Straighten classroom and clean toys and appliances before leaving each day
• Follow guidelines for DPW and Keystone Stars

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cresco, PA 18326 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cresco, PA 18326: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person