Child Care Staff
- Pay
- $14 per hour
- Location
- Connellsville, PA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry level
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Listed
- 31 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- CPR certification
- first aid certification
- child development
- early childhood education
- child safety supervision
Also useful
- early childhood education certification
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- Tuition reimbursement
What are the hours like?
Our centers are open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Our Full-Time staff work an 8-hour shift within these hours.
Apply today to discuss if there’s a schedule that can work for you!
What do we offer?
- A collaborative, supportive environment for your professional growth.
- Training and Development opportunities, including access to a professional development platform where you choose your growth opportunities.
- Career Advancement opportunities through our apprenticeship programs for roles in leadership, administration, operations, and more!
- Holidays we are closed/you are off include: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
- Substantial Childcare Discounts for most employees, including
- Infant/Toddler: $12 per day or less if eligible for Child Care Works (CCW)
- Preschool – School Age: $9 per day
- 50% Off Before and After Care
- 50% Off Tutoring Services
Our Full-Time positions also include: Benefits, including
- PTO (up to 18 days after 6 months of employment)
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Retirement savings (403(b))
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
What are the duties and responsibilities?
- Supervision and Safety: Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
- Supervise indoor and outdoor activities, maintaining a secure environment.
Daily Care Activities
- Assist with feeding, diapering, toileting, and other basic care routines.
- Foster independence in children by encouraging self-help skills appropriate to their age.
- Curriculum Implementation: Follow the daily schedule and implement age-appropriate activities.
- Plan and conduct engaging and educational games, arts and crafts, and other developmental activities.
Communication
- Maintain open communication with parents, providing updates on their child's daily activities and progress.
- Collaborate with colleagues to share insights and ensure consistent care.
- Behavior Management: Foster positive behavior through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Address challenging behaviors with patience and effective communication.
Health and Hygiene
- Monitor and maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the facility.
- Administer basic first aid when necessary and follow health and safety protocols.
Record-Keeping
- Keep accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and observations.
- Document developmental milestones and any concerns for individual children.
Parental Involvement
Encourage parental involvement through open communication and involvement in special events or activities.
Professional Development
- Participate in training sessions and workshops to stay updated on best practices in child care.
- Pursue relevant certifications and credentials.
What are the required qualifications?
High School Diploma or equivalent; Early Childhood Education certification is a plus.
- Previous experience with children.
- Have you volunteered with children before?
- Are you a former or retired teacher?
- All of these are examples of some of the many ways our staff have experience with children.
- Willingness to go through and pass the required clearances and training to ensure the safety and security of our children, including: mandated reporter training, a physical, and a TB test. This can typically be accomplished within a week to get you started.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
- Capacity for sitting, standing, walking, bending and stopping for long periods of time, as these happen throughout the eight-hour day.
- Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- CPR and first aid certification.
- Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with children.
- Our opportunities are a great way to get a start in your career that offers a lot of room to grow within our organization.
- We need supportive and committed people to positively impact the next generation.
- Apply Today!
Note: The specific responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on the policies of regulations governing child care and education.
- About Company ---
About The Learning Lamp
You have a purpose and so should your job. Our children are the future of our community, and their care and education will directly impact their growth, development, and success. We believe success in the classroom is the foundation for success in life – and that no child should go without the opportunity to reach their full potential.
The Learning Lamp has been lighting the way to a brighter future for nearly 20 years in our region. Initially started with the mission to provide access to high quality tutoring without the high price tag, our organization has grown, minimizing education and care disparities for children through child care, tutoring, and more. We are an integral part of the community, providing much needed support for families, schools, and children.
Our Penn Highlands Hospital Child Care Center is looking to hire full-time staff members in Connellsville, PA.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
EOE – The Learning Lamp is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
In accordance with the Pregnant Workers’ Fairness Act (PWFA), The Learning Lamp will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees or applicants with known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on business operations.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace where all employees and applicants feel valued and supported. Reasonable Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. All qualified individuals are enco uraged to apply.
From The Learning Lamp & Ignite Education Solutions's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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