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Childcare assistant (Preschool room)

BUTLER COUNTY FAMILY YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN AS·Butler, Pennsylvania

$14 - $14/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting in the education, supervision, and care of children while implementing curriculum and lesson plans. They must maintain open communication with parents, conduct child evaluations, and ensure the classroom environment remains safe and clean.

Full time employee benefits: 40 hours/week

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

8 Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off: 12% Retirement Fund

403b Retirement Savings Plan

Long Term Disability

Company-paid Life Insurance: Free Child Care for your first child, 50% additional children

Free Family YMCA Membership: Up to 50% off select YMCA programming

Staff Growth and Development Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

The Assistant Teacher will be responsible for assisting in the education, supervision and care of children, curriculum planning, and family engagement in the YMCA Early Learning Center Program. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Qualifications

  • State requires all prospective employees to submit the following: 1. FBI Clearance (Department of Human Services), 2. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, 3. PA State Police Clearance, 4. National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Certificate, 5. Health Assessment with TB screening, 6. Verification of 2,500 hours working with children.
  • Minimum age of 18.
  • High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience with children. OR
  • High School diploma or equivalent, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children.
  • CPR/Pediatric First Aid/AED Certification required within 60 days of employment by PQAS certified trainer; required.
  • Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields; preferred.
  • Work experience related to the care and development of children; preferred.
  • Exceptional Communication, Leadership, Empathy, Organizational, Conflict Resolution Skills; preferred.
  • Ability to plan, organize, implement age/developmentally appropriate program activities; preferred.
  • Ability to work with people from a variety of different ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, religious, sexual, and generational backgrounds.

Essential functions

1.

Assist with implementing the curriculum within the established guidelines.

2.

Assist with daily lesson and activity plans.

3.

Maintain consistent and open verbal and written communication with parents throughout the year.

4.

Supervise the children, classroom and all activities.

5.

Conduct ongoing, systematic child observations and evaluations.

6.

Maintain required program records.

7.

Maintain program areas and adhere to program standards in regards to equipment, storage, safety and cleanliness.

8.

Attend and participate in center wide activities, staff meetings and trainings.

9.

Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.

10.

Maintain ongoing DHS qualifications required for working in Child Care.

11.

Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.

12.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Working environment & physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Work schedule will include daytime hours and ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.

All positions require the following clearances for employment prior to the date of hire. Clearances are accepted within 2 years of the hire date. Employees may be compensated up to $50.00 for clearances once the probationary period has been passed.

*pa criminal record check

*pa child abuse history certification

*fbi clearance (Dept. Of human services)

Additional childcare requirements

  • Mandated reporter training certificate
  • NSOR CLEARANCE (National Sex Offender Registry)
  • High school diploma or ged
  • Verification of 2,500 hours working with children
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Staff health assessment form, including tb testing (Eligible for reimbursement)

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$14 - $14/hr
Location
Butler, Pennsylvania
Posted
Aug 10, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

BUTLER COUNTY FAMILY YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN AS

The Butler County Family YMCA was founded in 1886. Our Mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all has provided a positive foundation to thousands of people in Butler County for more than 130 years. The...

Salary listed on 21 jobs
IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Preschool childcare roles stay consistently needed

In Pennsylvania, preschool childcare assistant roles are typically in steady demand because centers need staff who can support daily routines, supervision, and classroom care. Competition often comes from candidates who already meet the clearance, health, and CPR/First Aid requirements, plus the experience or early childhood credits listed. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your clearances and certification status before applying.

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