Teacher Aide

Lifesteps Inc • Saxonburg, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifesteps is hiring a Full -Time Child Care Staff / Teacher Aide in the Saxonburg, PA area. 

Lifesteps has a tradition of providing exceptional childcare and preschool for generations in Western Pennsylvania.

The Agency provides programs and services to help those with and without special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this may be the right opportunity for you.

Lifesteps is immediately hiring a full-time Teacher Aide (also known as Child Care Assistants or Assistant Group Supervisor) to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, in the preschool classroom inside Knoch Primary School.     This position works during the school year only.   Summers off work.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and two years of experience working with children - can be paid or unpaid work such as Summer Camps, Church Nursery, Babysitting, Bible School, Volunteering with children, etc.
• Ability to lift or move up to 30 pounds without assistance
• Ability to provide acceptable state clearances
• Able to multi-task and work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field
• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field OR   60 credits

Responsibilities

• the care and supervision of children, ages 3 years to 5 years old
• assisting with lesson planning and creating fun activities
• teaching early education concepts (colors, letters, numbers, etc.)
• supervising indoor and outdoor play time
• informing parents about the child's day

Benefits

• 100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED