Child Care Assistant

Lifesteps Inc•Saxonburg, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lifesteps is hiring a Part-Time Child Care Assistant in the Saxonburg area. Lifesteps is a non-profit 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 those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you. Under the guidance of Supervisor, Children’s Services, ensures the needs of the children are met and assists in the implementation and direction of daily routines and activities. This position works a part-time schedule of 9:15am to 2:45pm Monday - Friday.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field OR 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field and 1250 hours of work experience related to the care and development of children OR 2500 hours of work experience related to the care and development of children.
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