Child Care Substitute Staff

The Learning Lamp•New Florence, PA

1d•$12•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing supervision and care for children in a childcare setting. Opportunities are available for individuals seeking flexible scheduling and a chance to grow within the organization. The position requires a commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of children while fostering their development through age-appropriate activities. This is a great opportunity for those with a passion for working with children and a desire for career advancement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous experience with children.
Willingness to go through and pass the required clearances and training to ensure the safety and security of our children, including: mandated reporter training, a physical, and a TB test.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
Capacity for sitting, standing, walking, bending and stopping for long periods of time, as these happen throughout the eight-hour day.
Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
CPR and first aid certification.
Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with children.

Nice To Haves

Early Childhood Education certification is a plus.
Have you volunteered with children before?
Are you a former or retired teacher?

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
Supervise indoor and outdoor activities, maintaining a secure environment.
Assist with feeding, diapering, toileting, and other basic care routines.
Foster independence in children by encouraging self-help skills appropriate to their age.
Follow the daily schedule and implement age-appropriate activities.
Support classroom staff with games, arts and crafts, learning activities, and other developmental experiences.
Maintain positive communication with parents, children, and fellow staff members.
Collaborate with colleagues to help ensure consistent care and support for children.
Encourage positive behavior through patience, redirection, and positive reinforcement.
Address challenging behaviors in a calm and professional manner.
Help maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards within the classroom and facility.
Follow all health and safety procedures and administer basic first aid when necessary.
Assist with documentation related to daily activities, incidents, and observations as needed.
Support positive relationships with families through professional and respectful communication.
Must be flexible and available to work shifts based on program and staffing needs.
Opportunities may include summer work, school breaks, holidays, and other as-needed shifts.

Benefits

A collaborative, supportive environment for your professional growth.
Training and Development opportunities, including access to a professional development platform where you choose your growth opportunities.
Career Advancement opportunities through our apprenticeship programs for roles in leadership, administration, operations, and more!
Holidays we are closed/you are off include: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Substantial Childcare Discounts for most employees, including Infant/Toddler: $12 per day or less if eligible for Child Care Works (CCW), Preschool – School Age: $9 per day
50% Off Before and After Care
50% Off Tutoring Services
Dental Insurance
Pet Insurance
Retirement savings (403(b))
529 Savings Plan
Tuition reimbursement