Pre-K Counts Teacher Assistant

Lifesteps Inc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifesteps is immediately hiring a Part-Time Teacher Assistant for the Preschool program in Kittanning, PA. The position runs Monday through Friday, 9 am to 2:30 pm, supporting children ages 3–5 in a caring classroom.

Qualified applicants will hold an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (or related major); a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Must lift up to 40 lbs and obtain all required PA/FBI clearances; strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related major (listed in requirements).
• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds.
• PA Criminal clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI DHS 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).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred).
• Experience as child care assistant or paraprofessional (helpful).

Responsibilities

• Care and supervision of children ages 3 to 5.
• Assist with lesson planning and create activities.
• Inform parents about the child’s day.
• Clean and organize the preschool room, toys, and equipment.
• Participate in quality initiatives (e.g., Keystone Stars).

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Computer basics

Education

Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

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Pre-K Counts Teacher Assistant

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

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 11389

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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