Paraprofessional Head Start - Butler West

Earlylearningconnections; Zelienople (Butler County); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Vision & dental coverage

Group life insurance

AD&D insurance

Job summary

Early Learning Connections in Zelienople, PA is hiring a Paraprofessional who will work with the Head Teacher and Assistant Teacher to support lessons, safety, and daily classroom routines. This hands-on, collaborative role emphasizes consistency, compliance, and caring for preschool children.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of childcare experience, and a PA driver's license with a good driving record.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED certificate.
• One year's experience related to childcare development of children.
• Must have current Pennsylvania Driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent organizational skills.
• Reinforce daily lesson plans.
• Proficient with technology as required for record keeping and documentation etc.
• Assist with preparation and clean-up of meals.
• Enthusiastic personality that will engage preschool children.

Skills

Childcare experience

Organizational skills

Technology for records

Communication with parents

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Early Learning Connections | Zelienople, PA/ Butler West

Help build an experience that supports the people who support children. At Early Learning Connections, our work is mission-driven. We support early learning programs that strengthen children, families, and communities. We are hiring a Paraprofessional who brings a desire to learn and grow to help our teams do their best work.

This is a hands-on collaborative role where you will provide assistance, partnering with the Head Teacher and Assistant Teacher to support consistency, compliance, and care.

Pay and Work Setup

Hourly pay range: $15.03

Work setup: On-site

What You Will Do

You will contribute to the core functions that help our organization remain consistent, compliant, and employee-centered.

• Provide excellent organizational skills
• Reinforce daily lesson plans.
• Proficient with technology as required for record keeping and documentation etc.
• Assist with preparation and clean-up of meals.
• Enthusiastic personality that will engage preschool children

Decision Authority

• Apply established policies and procedures to (routine and/or moderately complex tasks relevant to role)
• Provide guidance and support to staff and families
• Escalate complex, high‑risk, or compliance‑related matters to Head Teacher or Program Manager

What You Bring

• A high school diploma or GED certificate
• One year's experience related to childcare development of children
• Must have current Pennsylvania Driver's license and good driving record.

Benefits Highlights

We are proud to offer benefits that support stability and peace of mind, including:

• Retirement: Automatic 3% employer 401(k) contribution after one year, no employee contribution required
• Additional coverage options may include: group life, AD&D, free vision and dental coverage depending on eligibility and enrollment

Physical and Work Requirements

• Must be able to climb, stoop, crawl, kneel, and bend in order to speak to children at the child's eye level, play with the children, and pick‑up toys and equipment from the floor.
• Must be able to communicate with parents and pre‑school children.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
• Ability to travel and access organizational facilities

Early Learning Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.