InfantYoung Toddler Daycare Teacher

COUNTRYSIDE DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL; Mountainhome (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Job summary

Countryside Daycare & Preschool in Cresco, PA is seeking qualified and dedicated staff to join our Keystone STAR 4 center. As an early childhood teacher, you will create a safe, nurturing space where children explore and learn through hands-on activities.

Requirements include a High School Diploma (Associates or CDA preferred), 2+ years with children, health clearances and background checks; we offer training and a supportive, family‑owned environment.

Qualifications

• 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)

Responsibilities

• As an early childhood teacher, you will help to create a safe space where children can explore and learn with hands-on activities.
• 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
• Follow daily feeding/eating schedules
• 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

Skills

Childcare experience

Strong communication

Patience and empathy

Team player

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