Preschool Classroom Assistant

$14.21 per hour

More opportunities with Cen Clear Child Services (Cen Clear)

What We're Looking For:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Individuals must have or be willing to obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with hire. This training is paid for by Cen Clear.
• If an individual does not have a CDA they must be willing to attend the Highly Qualified training while pursuing a CDA within 90 days of hire.
• Working phone in your home
• Documented good physical health.
• Must obtain the following clearances prior to hire
  : PA State Police Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History, FBI Criminal History, and Mandated Reporting Certificate

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Individuals must have or be willing to obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with hire. This training is paid for by Cen Clear.

What You'll Do:

• Work with children aged 3 to 5
• Work approximately 35 hours per week during the school year, in accordance with the school calendar. The schedule includes 30 minutes before and after class for daily preparation. Required summer training sessions apply.
• Assist the teacher with implementing child activities
• Set up and maintain an organized classroom environment
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students
• Adhere to program regulations and guidelines
• Provide coverage as needed for other duties or positions
• Additional hours could be provided for duties such as light cleaning, child transportation, and break coverage
• Maintain open communication with your supervisor
• Attend required meetings and on-the-job training
• Monitor and respond to work email as part of daily responsibilities
• Practice social responsibility by checking email daily and responding in a timely manner
• Maintain a professional attitude and confidentiality concerning information about Cen Clear staff, children, parents, consumers/clients, and families.

--Benefits are dependent on the number of hours work

Meaningful work that positively impacts families and communities.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (shared cost)
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with up to 7% company match (start contributing after 30 days; employer match begins after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (includes household members)
• Mileage Reimbursement (following the reimbursement policy)
• Technology and Software Discounts available

Physical Abilities:

• Lift and carry objects over fifty (50) pounds
• Bend to a child's level and retrieve items from the floor
• Stand for extended periods of time with reasonable breaks
• Participate in gross motor activities
• Walk and stand for periods of over one hour
• Hold children on their lap
• Stoop to move objects
• Use sweeper and other cleaning apparatus (push and pull)
• Sit on the floor for over thirty minutes
  
  Vision and hearing within normal limits
• Hand-wash and rinse dishes using chemical disinfectants