Pre-K Counts Teacher Assistant
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Lifesteps Inc
Kittanning, PA, US
Summary
The teacher assistant is responsible for the care and supervision of children aged 3 to 5 years old in a preschool setting. Duties include assisting with lesson planning, facilitating play activities, and maintaining the cleanliness of the classroom and equipment.
Job Description
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
- supervising indoor and outdoor play time
- 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!
Apply Today!
- Online: www.lifesteps.net
- Call: 724-283-1010
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EOE/ADA
Lifesteps is a Drug-free Workplace
Part-Time: Mon to Fri 9am-2:30pm
Our mission is "helping individuals and families with life's changing needs."
Vision
Improve the quality of life for members of our communities.
Mission
Help individuals and families with life’s changing needs by developing programs and providing services which will improve their quality of life.
Company Overview
Lifesteps is a local non-profit agency that has offered programs and services to individuals and families with life’s changing needs since 1923.
Description
Today, we provide care along life's journey for children, families, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, and seniors. We offer services like FREE child developmental screenings; Early Education Centers for children of all abilities; services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as day programs, life sharing and community homes; and a medically-monitored senior day program.
General Information
We serve 10 western Pennsylvania counties and are dedicated to providing quality care in a family-focused environment. We provide programs and services in Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Mercer, Washington, and Westmoreland counties.
Our central facility is located at:
383 New Castle Rd.
Butler, PA
16001
Founded
1923
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Butler, PA
Our mission is "helping individuals and families with life's changing needs."
Vision
Improve the quality of life for members of our communities.
Mission
Help individuals and families with life’s changing needs by developing programs and providing services which will improve their quality of life.
Company Overview
Lifesteps is a local non-profit agency that has offered programs and services to individuals and families with life’s changing needs since 1923.
Description
Today, we provide care along life's journey for children, families, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, and seniors. We offer services like FREE child developmental screenings; Early Education Centers for children of all abilities; services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as day programs, life sharing and community homes; and a medically-monitored senior day program.
General Information
We serve 10 western Pennsylvania counties and are dedicated to providing quality care in a family-focused environment. We provide programs and services in Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Mercer, Washington, and Westmoreland counties.
Our central facility is located at:
383 New Castle Rd.
Butler, PA
16001
Founded
1923
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Butler, PA
