Childcare Assistant Teacher (182-Day Calendar)

This person will implement predetermined daily program activities under the guidance and direction of the Childcare Teacher.Schedule 7.5 hours per day; Varied shifts daily between 730 AM - 530 PM, with a 30-minute or 1 hour break.Full-time Employee Benefits include medical and dental insurances, retirement plans, paid time off, educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University, and more. For additional information, click here.EDUCATIONChild Development Associate (CDA) credential. RequiredAssociate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Related Field with 30 credits in Early Childhood Education. PreferredExperienceTwo (2) years work experience with young children (birth to 8 years) unless candidate possesses an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education. RequiredAbilities And SkillsEffective oral and written communication skills. RequiredInterpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with children and parents RequiredSensitivity to the expectations of children and parents. RequiredKnowledge of Pennsylvania regulations related to Child Care Centers. RequiredDeveloped organizational skills. RequiredCurrent Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain. RequiredFunctional ability with microcomputers and associated software programs utilized to maintain Center records. RequiredKnowledge of NAEYC standards for early childhood accreditation. PreferredAssist the Childcare Teacher with the implementation of developmentally appropriate daily program activities that reflect the program's philosophy and curriculum, as well as goals for individual children.Comply with all requirements for the protection and safety of Center children as directed by the Childcare Teacher.Assist the Childcare Teacher with the safe arrival and departure of children.Follow the Center's plan to deal with medical emergencies and site evacuations as required.Assist the Childcare Teacher with assessments and evaluations of children as requested and/or participate in parent conferences, as needed.Assist program staff with serving meals and snacks to children.Maintain classroom materials and equipment in a safe and orderly manner.Assume responsibility for classroom operation in the absence of the Childcare Teacher.Maintain up-to-date accurate written records on children's attendance, results of screenings, medications, assessments, meals, and parent contacts.Participate in staff development opportunities.Attend staff and joint academic program and Center planning meetings.Serve as a positive role model for the Center's children, families, Penn College students, and volunteers.Encourage parental involvement in related Center activities.Ability to lift 25 lbs.Based on minimum education and experience qualifications the hourly range is $13.00 - $17.00.This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.L2B4