Part Time Lead Childcare Teacher, Pennsylvania (Middletown, Bethlehem, Allentown, Shippensburg)

Wellthy•Freeport, ME

18h•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Patch Caregiving provides backup childcare to workers through their employers, with care spaces located within parents’ workplaces for convenient drop-off and pick-up. The Lead Childcare Teacher manages a play-based, multi-age care room for children ages 2–12. The role includes caring for children, leading activities and curriculum, communicating with parents, and maintaining a safe, clean, and engaging space. This is a part-time, variable-schedule position providing day-shift coverage at sites in Middletown, Allentown, Bethlehem, and Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. Shifts are typically between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., with schedules generally finalized on Friday for the upcoming week. Start and end times vary according to employer schedules, and employees can expect multiple shifts per week, Monday through Friday. Specific hours are confirmed shortly before the shift, so flexibility and short-notice availability are important.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience as a Lead Teacher in a daycare, preschool, or similar setting; babysitting and nannying do not qualify.
Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate learning.
Experience with diapering and knowledge of diapering best practices for toddlers.
Familiarity with toilet-training approaches and ability to support children at different stages.
Strong communication skills with children and parents.
Ability to manage challenging behaviors with patience and positivity.
Comfort using digital tools for parent and staff communication.
First Aid and CPR certification; the company can support completion before the start date.
Some sites, usually hospital locations, require drug testing, TB testing, and proof of immunization records.
Some states have additional state background-check and fingerprinting requirements.
Ability to lift children up to 40–50 lbs, sit and move at floor level, stand for extended periods, and maintain constant supervision of children indoors and outdoors.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience as a Center Director.
Experience managing multi-age groups, including school-age children.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or similar certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children in the care room.
Lead age-appropriate activities and manage group dynamics with empathy and skill.
Communicate regularly with parents and handle emergencies calmly.
Plan and implement curriculum and hands-on activities.
Maintain records and paperwork, and keep the space clean and organized.
Collaborate with fellow teachers and the Center Director.
Participate in ongoing training and occasional enrollment or outreach events.