Group Supervisor - Child Care

The Learning Lamp is a nonprofit dedicated to minimizing education and care disparities for children through child care, tutoring, and more. We are looking for a full-time Group Supervisor to support our child care program at our Penn Highlands Hospital location. Our centers are open 6 AM - 6 PM, and full-time employees work 40 hours per week.

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.
  • Support classroom staff with games, arts and crafts, learning activities, and other developmental experiences.
• Communication
  • Maintain positive communication with parents, children, and fellow staff members.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to help ensure consistent care and support for children.
• Behavior Management
  • Encourage positive behavior through patience, redirection, and positive reinforcement.
  • Address challenging behaviors in a calm and professional manner.
• Health And Hygiene
  • Help maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards within the classroom and facility.
  • Follow all health and safety procedures and administer basic first aid when necessary.
• Record-Keeping
  • Assist with documentation related to daily activities, incidents, and observations as needed.
• Parental Involvement
  • Support positive relationships with families through professional and respectful communication.
• Schedule And Availability
  • Must be flexible and available to work shifts based on program and staffing needs.
  • Opportunities may include summer work, school breaks, holidays, and other as-needed shifts.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human service field.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human service field and 1 year experience with children.
• An associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human service field and 2 years of experience with children.
• An associate’s degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human service field and 3 years of experience with children.
• Appropriate clearances and trainings: PA State Criminal History Record, Child Abuse Report, FBI Criminal History Report, and Mandated Reporter Training. Clearances must be kept current.
• CPR Certification.
• Physical done within one year prior to start date.
• TB test within three months prior to start date.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Sitting, standing, walking, bending and stopping for long periods of time up to eight hours per day.

Benefits

• 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.
• Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
• Substantial Childcare Discounts for most employees:
  • 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.
• Full-time positions include:
  • PTO (up to 18 days after 6 months of employment).
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Life, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability insurance.
  • Retirement savings (403(b)).
  • 529 Savings Plan.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Pet Insurance.

Pay

Pay Range starts at $15.00 per hour.