Child Care Assistant

Part-Time Child Care Assistant Lifesteps is a non-profit 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 those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you. Position Summary: Under the guidance of Supervisor, Children's Services, ensures the needs of the children are met and assists in the implementation and direction of daily routines and activities. This position works a part-time schedule of 9:15am to 2:45pm Monday - Friday. Qualifications: Required: High School Diploma/GED and one of the following: Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Eucation, Elementary Education, or Human Services field. 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field and 1250 hours of work experience related to the care and development of children. 2500 hours of work experience related to the care and development of children. Able to multi-task and work in a team environment. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services field Great benefit package for full-time employment includes 100% agency paid medical, dental and vision insurance premiums; Paid vacation, sick time and personal/emergency time; short & long-term disability insurance; Tuition reimbursement; 403B Retirement Plan; Life Insurance and 12 paid holidays. Lifesteps Where Rewarding Opportunities Start! EOE/ADA Lifesteps is a Drug-free Workplace Part-Time: 9:15am-2:45pm, M-F