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Pre-K Counts Teacher Aide

Lifesteps Inc·Kittanning, Pennsylvania

$13 - $15/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The Teacher Aide is responsible for the care and supervision of children aged 3 to 5, including assisting with lesson planning and organizing classroom activities. They must also maintain a clean and safe environment while communicating effectively with parents.

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 [http://www.lifesteps.net]
  • Call: 724-283-1010

Lifesteps – Where Rewarding Opportunities Start!

EOE/ADA: Lifesteps is a Drug-free Workplace

Part-Time

  • Mon to
  • Fri 9am-2:30pm

Requirements

Candidates must hold at least an Associate Degree in a relevant field such as Early Childhood Education or Psychology. Applicants are also required to pass criminal, child abuse, and FBI background clearances.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Multi-tasking
  • Supervision
  • Computer literacy
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Child care
  • Early childhood education

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$13 - $15/hr
Location
Kittanning, Pennsylvania
Posted
Apr 20, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Lifesteps Inc

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...

Salary listed on 6 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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