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Child Care Assistant

Lifesteps Inc·Vanport Township, Pennsylvania

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

The Child Care Assistant is responsible for the daily care and supervision of children aged 3 to 5 years old. Duties include assisting with lesson planning, facilitating play activities, and maintaining a clean and organized classroom environment.

Lifesteps is immediately hiring a Full-Time Child Care Staff to work with in Beaver, 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 Assistant Group Supervisor) will work Monday through Friday, daylight hours, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

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 room /toys / equipment
  • Participate in quality initiatives, such as Keystone Stars, for enhanced programming

Qualifications

Required

  • High School Diploma/GED AND 2 years of experience caring for children (can be paid or unpaid care of children, such as church nursery, summer camp, child care staff, etc. but must be the care of other people's children)
  • 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

  • Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, Psychology, Criminology, Speech Pathology, Music Therapy, Women's Studies, CDA or any related major
  • Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or any related Human Services field

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

Full-Time

8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 2 years of experience in child care. Applicants are also required to pass criminal, child abuse, and FBI background clearances.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Teamwork
  • Cleaning
  • Communication
  • Multi-tasking
  • Organization
  • Supervision
  • Computer literacy
  • Lesson planning
  • Child care
  • Early childhood education

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Vanport Township, Pennsylvania
Posted
Aug 24, 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 5 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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Market context

Child care assistant roles in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, child care assistant openings are often driven by steady demand for dependable support staff in early learning and after-school settings. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of experience with children, the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, and acceptable state clearances. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your clearances and child-care experience before applying.

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