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.
What are the hours like?
- This position is full-time, 40 hours per week.
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 and tuition reimbursement 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, Day After Thanksgiving, 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
- Pay Ranges from $13-15 per hour based on experience
- Our Full-Time positions also include:
- Benefits, including
- PTO (up to 18 days after 6 months of employment)
- Hybrid work option (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?
- General Administrative Functions
- Track additional charges and copy to parent accounts as needed
- Assist with enrolling new families
- Assist with inventory and ordering
- Maintain child files
- Provide families with information and assistance with community resources
- Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the center at all times
- Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences
- Participate fully to any fundraising activities given to the center
- Other duties as assigned by the Center Director and/or Childcare Program Manager
- Center Management and Quality of Care
- Ensure quality of care is excellent and families are well taken care of
- Maintain a positive rapport with families, children and staff at all times
- Assist with the arrangement, appearance, décor and learning environment of the classroom and its learning centers
- Ensure policies and procedures that ensure the well-being of children are followed, such as:
- Developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Positive behavior management plans
- Safe arrival and departure
- Assist with general housekeeping tasks
- Clean bathroom, kitchen and laundry areas as needed
- Take out garbage as needed
- Compliance
- Maintain appropriate staff ratios
- Follow all Department of Human Services Regulations at all times with no exceptions
- Assist Center Director with participation in NAEYC and/or Keystone STARS grant program
- Know the number and names of all children in your group at all times while in ratio
- Report cases of suspected child abuse/neglect according to PA State Law with HR Support when necessary
- Management and Supervision
- Assist Center Supervisor with training new staff as they begin
- Establish and maintain a healthy, safe and fun working environment
- Provide support to staff and maintain employee confidentiality
- Supervise all activities to ensure safety at all times
What are the required qualifications?
- A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human service field.
- A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, including 600 hours of secondary training (CCP or CDA).
- A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human service field and 1 year of experience with children.
- A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and completion of a post-secondary training curriculum (CCP or CDA).
- A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years of experience with children.
Requirements taken from Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Code Title 55. Public Welfare
Other:
- Appropriate clearances: PA State Criminal History Record, Child Abuse Report, FBI Criminal History (PDE and DHS), NSOR Clearance and Mandated Reporter Trainings.
- First Aid – CPR Certification
- Trainings as required by PA Department of Human Services, Department of Education, PKC, and/or The Learning Lamp
- Clearances, trainings, physicals, and certifications must be kept current
What are the physical requirements?
- Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 40 pounds on a regular basis
- Sitting, standing, walking, bending and stooping for long periods of time up to eight hours per day
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.
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