General Position Description

The Center Director is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and quality of education, for all children

within the center’s care. The Center Director is directly accountable for overall operational management in

accordance with well-established guidelines, including curriculum development, staff and facilities

management, legal and budgetary considerations, and long range planning. The Center Director ensures that

the needs of the students and the goals of the center are met appropriately while remaining profitable.

This position reports to Sheila Reed.

Key Responsibilities

 Establish quality vision for the center. Manage adherence to quality standards in accordance with the

vision and with state and local requirements. Maintain quality effectiveness measurements.

 Develop general educational curriculum; collaborate with staff to develop positive learning activities;

manage adherence to state and local regulations.

 Maintain student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures and guidelines.

 Maintain communications with parents of current and prospective students through direct

conversation, newsletters and parent handbook; implement community outreach activities to maintain

and promote positive community relationships as well as overseeing family engagement opportunities.

 Approve menus and food purchases.

 Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies; ensure legal and financial compliance.

 Oversee all office functions including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, tuition billing and

payment, human resources and personnel management (staff supervision) and purchasing.

 Resolve conflicts (including corrective action when necessary) to ensure a positive experience for

everyone.

 Manage budget planning and review.

 Establish illness and emergency procedures; ensure staff is trained appropriately.

 Implement strategic plan and goals in keeping with mission of program.

 Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

 Prepare and serve meals

 All staff participates in the indoor and outdoor cleaning and maintenance of the facility.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

 Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.

 5 years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting.

 High energy.

 Strong oral and written communications skills; technology skills.

 Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.

 A strong understanding of child development.

 Strong finance and budgeting skills.

 Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

 Food prep training and certification

Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.

 Must clear full background check and pass health screening

 Fire Safety certification

 Mandated reporter training

 10 HR Health & Safety Training

 Annual 12-hour training (DPW/DHS and Keystone Stars recommended/required

Educational Requirements

 Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a

minimum of 30 credits in ECE.

 § 3270.34. Director qualifications and responsibilities.

  (a)  A director is responsible for the general management of the facility, including the following

minimum duties:

    (1)  Administering finances, personnel, maintenance, meal planning and preparation and

transportation.

    (2)  Administering the facility’s program objectives and activities.

    (3)  Designating a staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter in the Director’s

absence.

    (4)  Coordinating and planning daily activities with the group supervisors or with the assistant group

supervisors in school-age program.

    (5)  Overall program planning.

    (6)  Written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12

months.

  (b)  A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels:

    (1)  A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child

development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of

experience with children.

    (2)  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 services

field and 2 years of experience with children.

    (3)  An associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child

development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of

experience with children.

    (4)  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 services

field and 4 years of experience with children.

  (c)  A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours

per week.

(d)  In a facility in which 45 or fewer children are enrolled, a director may also function as a group

supervisor. An individual who functions in a dual capacity shall meet the responsibilities and

qualifications of a director set forth in subsections (a) and (b).

Physical Requirements

Requirements include the ability move about and interact with children on the floor, playground and field trips.

You will have to kneel, bend, squat or crawl, take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools

or controls and talk to and hear voices at many levels. Be able to lift children on and off of a changing table and

lift and assist children with toileting and handwashing

Employment Type

 . Full Time/30 - 40 hours per week. 30 hour per week minimum

Wage Range

$16.00 to $22.00 hourly: based on candidates’ level of education and experience.

 Eligible for raises and Keystone Stars merit grants

 After 1 year position can become salaried, TBD during annual employee review

Employment is at Will and can be terminated

General Position Description

The Teacher is responsible for maintaining a safe and fun environment for young children to

preteens, work to maintain cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social,

emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment

where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in

communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively and

resolve parental concerns with the assistance of the center director.

This Position Reports to Sheila Reed; Director.

Key Responsibilities

 Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on

developmentally appropriate practices and PA Early Learning Standards.

 Lead by example; always encourage team success through modeling and with coaching.

 Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage

social, cognitive and emotional growth. This includes our summer camp trips and activities.

 Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports

(i.e. Bright Wheel, Remind App, Child Service Reports, Ages & Stages assessments) Teaching

Strategies and Teaching strategies Gold, Back to school Day and parent-teacher conferences.

 Overlook family engagement opportunities

 Handle parent invoicing

 Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.

 Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene, sanitation,

cleanliness, masking, social distancing standards and safety and security of children.

 Supervise therapists and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities,

hygiene and safety standards.

 Maintain accurate records, forms and files.

 Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

 Prepare and serve meals

 All staff participates in the indoor and outdoor cleaning and maintenance of the facility

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

 Minimum of 2 years of professional education experience

 Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer and data entry skills.

 High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a

team environment.

 A strong understanding of child development~

 Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

 Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

 Fire Safety certification

 Mandated reporter training

 10 HR Health & Safety Training

 Food prep training and certification

 Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

 Annual 12 hour training (DPW/DHS and Keystone Stars recommended/required)

Educational Requirements

 2 years of childcare experience

 CDA

 § 3270.36. Assistant group supervisor qualifications and responsibilities.

 (b)  An assistant group supervisor shall have attained one of the following qualification

levels:

    (1)  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 services field.

    (2)  A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, including

600 or more hours of secondary training described in § 3270.31(c) (relating to age and

training).

    (3)  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 services field and 1

year of experience with children.

    (4)  A high school diploma or a general education development certificate and

completion of a post-secondary training curriculum described in § 3270.31(c).

    (5)  A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2

years’ experience with children.

Physical Requirements

Requirements include the ability move about and interact with children on the floor, playground

and field trips. You will have to kneel, bend, squat or crawl, take frequent walks, use hands and

fingers, handle objects, tools or controls and talk to and hear voices at many levels. Be able to

lift children on and off of a changing table and lift and assist children with toileting and handwashing

Employment Type

Full Time/32 - 40 hours per week

Wage Range

$13.00 to $15.00 hourly: based on candidates’ level of education and experience.

 Eligible for raises and Keystone Stars merit grants

 After 1 year position can become salaried, TBD during annual employee review

Employment is at Will and can be terminated if noncompliant with DPW/DHS, Keystone Stars

and center policies.

General Position Description

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-

to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and

physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively

engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order

to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide co teachers and teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns with

the assistance of the center director.

Key Responsibilities

 Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally

appropriate practices and PA Early Learning Standards.

 Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.

 Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive

and emotional growth.

 Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports (i.e. Bright Wheel

Remind App, Child Service Reports, Ages & Stages assessments and Teaching Strategies Gold assessment), Back

to School Day and parent-teacher conferences.

 Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.

 Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards

and safety and security of children.

 Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and

safety standards.

 Maintain accurate records, forms and files.

 Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

 Minimum of 2 years of professional education experience

 Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.

 High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team

environment.

 A strong understanding of child development~

 Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

 Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

 Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

 Annual 12 hour training (DPW/DHS and Keystone Stars recommended/required)

 Must be familiar with Teaching Strategies

 Prepare and serve meals

 All staff participates in the indoor and outdoor cleaning and maintenance of the facility

Educational Requirements

 Associate’s Degree in education or related field of study.

 2 years of childcare experience

Physical Requirements

 Able to move about and interact with children (i.e. on the floor, on the playground & on field trips)

Full Time/40 hours per week/$13.75 per hour.

 Eligible for annual raise (7/31/22) and Keystone Stars merit grant

 After 7/31/22, position will become salaried, TBD during annual employee review

 Employment is at Will and can be terminated if noncompliant with DPW/DHS, Keystone Stars and center policies.

General Position Description

The Teacher is responsible for responsible for maintaining a safe and fun environment for young children to preteens, work to maintain cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively and resolve parental concerns with the assistance of the center director.

This Position Reports to Sheila Reed; Director.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and PA Early Learning Standards.

Lead by example; always encourage team success through modeling and with coaching.

Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.

Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports (i.e. My Kidz Day, Remind, Child Service Reports, Ages & Stages assessments), and parent-teacher conferences.

Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.

Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene, sanitation, cleanliness, masking, social distancing standards and safety and security of children.

Supervise therapists and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.

Maintain accurate records, forms and files.

Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

Minimum of 2 years of professional education experience

Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.

High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.

A strong understanding of child development~

Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Annual 12 hour training (DPW/DHS and Keystone Stars recommended/required)

Educational Requirements

Associates Degree in education

2 year of childcare experience

CDA

Physical Requirements

Able to move about and interact with children (i.e. on the floor, on the playground & on field trips)

Be able to lift children on and off of a changing table

Lift and assist children with toileting and handwashing

Employment Type

Full Time/32 - 40 hours per week/$13.00 per hour.

Eligible for annual raise and Keystone Stars merit grant

After1 year position can become salaried, TBD during annual employee review

Employment is at Will and can be terminated if noncompliant with DPW/DHS, Keystone Stars and center policies.

General Position Description

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-

to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and

physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively

engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order

to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide co teachers and teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns with

the assistance of the center director.

This Position Reports to; Sheila Reed, Director

Key Responsibilities

 Preparing meals and snacks for the kids

 Developing a schedule for the children to maintain throughout the day

 Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally

appropriate practices and PA Early Learning Standards.

 Plan and execute individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social,

cognitive and emotional growth.

 Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports (i.e. Bright Wheel

Remind App, Child Service Reports, Ages & Stages assessments), Back to School Day and parent-teacher

conferences.

 Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met. Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including

maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and changing diapers as necessary

 and safety and security of children.

 Maintain accurate records, forms and files of each child’s progress, interests and any problems that may occur.

 Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

 Minimum of 2 years of professional education experience

 Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.

 High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team

environment.

 A strong understanding of child development~

 Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

 Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

 Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

 Annual 12 hour training (DPW/DHS and Keystone Stars recommended/required)

Educational Requirements

 Associate’s Degree in education or related field of study.

 2 year of childcare experience

Physical Requirements

 Able to move about and interact with children (i.e. on the floor, on the playground & on field trips)

Employment Type

 Full Time/40 hours per week/$13.75 per hour.

 Eligible for annual raise (7/31/22) and Keystone Stars merit grant

 After 7/31/22, position will become salaried, TBD during annual employee review

 Employment is at Will and can be terminated if noncompliant with DPW/DHS, Keystone Stars

and center policies.

General Position Description

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe

environment for the children and assisting in activities to support bodily, emotional academic and communal

growth along with improving the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate,

listen and work well with others in a team environment and be self-sufficient. Assisting the staff in implementing

a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the

Teacher Assistant observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back

to parents and staff. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities

based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Accountability: This position reports to the Assistant Group Supervisor and the Director

Key Responsibilities

 Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.

 Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.

 Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports (i.e.

Bright Wheel, Remind App, Child Service Reports, Ages & Stages assessments.

 Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.

 Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.

 Follow all center policies and state regulations.

 Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

 Prepare and serve meals

 All staff participates in the indoor and outdoor cleaning and maintenance of the facility

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

 Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.

 High energy.

 Ability to work well with others.

 Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer and data entry skills.

 An understanding of child development.

 Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

 Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.

 Fire Safety certification

 Mandated reporter training

 10 HR Health & Safety Training

 Annual 12-hour training (DPW/DHS and Keystone Stars recommended/required)

 Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Educational Requirements

 High School Diploma or GED, and significant college credit in early childhood education or related field

of study. CDA or 6 hours of ECE credit preferred.

(b)  An aide shall have attained one of the following qualification levels:

    (1)  A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.

    (2)  A minimum of an 8th grade education and enrollment in a training curriculum described at §

3270.31(c) (relating to age and training). The classroom training portion of the curriculum shall be

completed. Documentation of completion of classroom training and continuing enrollment in the

training curriculum shall be included in the staff person’s file.

    (3)  A minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.

  (c)  An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at

minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Physical Requirements

Requirements include the ability move about and interact with children on the floor, playground

and field trips. You will have to kneel, bend, squat or crawl, take frequent walks, use hands and

fingers, handle objects, tools or controls and talk to and hear voices at many levels. Be able to

lift children on and off of a changing table and lift and assist children with toileting and handwashing

Employment Type

Full Time/32 - 40 hours per week

parttime hours available

Wage Range

$12.00 to $13.00 Hourly; based on candidates’ level of education and experience.

 Employment is at Will and can be terminated if noncompliant with DPW/DHS, Keystone Stars

and center policies.

Custodial workers will perform routine custodial work such as: vacuuming, shampooing,

dusting air vents and light fixtures; spot cleaning and disinfecting carpets; sweeping and

moping all floors; cleaning front windows and doors; removing trash in accordance with

established procedures; sanitizing tables and chairs; cleaning & disinfecting trash cans;

cleaning, disinfecting and stocking paper and supplies in restrooms, kitchen, locker

room, and childcare center, as required. Custodial workers shall also clear debris,

weeds, leaves and branches from back walkway and children’s play area.