Child Care Associate

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. Job duties include: 1. the care and supervision of children, ages 3 years to 5 years old 2. assisting with lesson planning and creating fun activities 3. teaching early education concepts (colors, letters, numbers, etc.) 4. supervising indoor and outdoor play time 5. informing parents about the child's day QUALIFICATIONS: Required: 1. 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. 2. Ability to lift or move up to 30 pounds without assistance 3. Ability to provide acceptable state clearances 4. Able to multi-task and work in a team environment. Preferred: 1. Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field 2. Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field OR 60 credits Generous Benefit Package for Full-Time Employees Includes: 1. 100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums 2. Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time 3. 11 Paid Holidays 4. Short and Long-Term Disability 5. Life Insurance 6. 403 (b) Retirement Plan 7. Tuition Reimbursement and much more! You can Make a Difference in the lives of children! Apply Today! 1. Online: www.lifesteps.net 2. Call: 724-283-1010 Lifesteps - Where Rewarding Opportunities Start! EOE/ADA Lifesteps is a Drug-free Workplace