Pre-K Counts Teacher Assistant

Lifesteps Inc; Kittanning (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifesteps Inc. is hiring a Part-Time Teacher Assistant for the Preschool program in Kittanning, PA. The role runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 2:30 pm, in a nurturing preschool setting.

Responsibilities include supervising children aged 3–5, supporting lesson planning, and communicating with parents. Qualifications include an Associate’s in Early Childhood or related field; ability to lift up to 40 pounds and required clearances. Preferred Bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, Psychology, or related major.
• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds.
• Clearances: PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, and FBI DHS clearance.
• Able to multi-task and work in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Care and supervision of children ages 3 to 5 years old.
• Assist with lesson planning and create activities.
• Inform parents about the child's day.
• Clean and organize preschool room, toys, and equipment.
• Participate in quality initiatives for enhanced programming.

Skills

communication skills

multitasking

team environment

Education

Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Part-time Regular Kittanning, PA, Kittanning, PA, PA, US

Pre-K Counts Teacher Assistant

Salary Range: $13.00 To $14.50 Hourly

Lifesteps is immediately hiring a Part-Time Child Care Staff for the Preschool program in Kittanning, PA.

Lifesteps is a local, human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for over 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life's changing needs”. The Agency provides programs and services to help children of all abilities with their early care and education needs.

The Teacher Aide position (also known as Child Care Assistant or Teaching Assistant) will work Monday through Friday, daylight hours, 9 am to 2:30 pm, in the preschool center.

Job duties can include:

• the care and supervision of children, ages 3 years to 5 years old
• assisting with lesson planning and creating fun activities
• inform parents about the child's day
• Clean and organize the preschool room /toys / equipment
• Participate in quality initiatives, such as Keystone Stars, for enhanced programming

The Teacher Aide will provide a nurturing, educational experience in the Preschool classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, Psychology, Criminology, Speech Pathology, Music Therapy, Women's Studies, or any related major
• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds without assistance
• Ability to provide acceptable PA Criminal clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Dept of Human Services clearance
• Able to multi-task and work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to complete basic computer tasks
• Possess strong communications skills (verbal and written); able to communicate information to a diverse audience

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or any related Human Services field
• Experience as a child care assistant, AGS, or paraprofessional is helpful

Lifesteps has a tradition of providing exceptional childcare and preschool for generations. Join our Team to make a difference in the lives of children!

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