Childcare Floater

Bright Light Academy is seeking an experienced childcare provider to join the teaching team.

The ideal candidates will have two+ years experience working with young children, be a team player and have a passion for learning and growing in the field of early childhood education.

Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with the lead and assistant teachers to assist and implement daily lesson plans and activities.
• Help create a safe and stimulating classroom environment for toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k students.
• Monitor and engage with children during playtime, meals, and other daily routines.
• Provide individual and group support to children as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents about their child's development and progress.

Qualifications :

• Have two+ years experience working with children.
• Able to pass state, federal, and child abuse background checks.
• Be 18 years or older and able to work in the United States.
• A love for children and a desire to work with toddlers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Be able to lift up to 40lbs, see, hear & sit on the floor with children.
• Must be patient, nurturing, and able to create a positive learning environment.

Position Overview :

• This position is a great opportunity for those interested in expanding their experience in the field of early childhood education.
• This is a part-time (3 days per week, 8am-5pm Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays) position.
• Pay range starts at $15.50 up to $17.50 (relative to experience & education) per hour with a pay increase based on performance at the end of a 90 day probation period.
• Part-time staff also receive paid holidays & PTO, annual raises & reduced child care.

Bright Light Academy does not discriminate employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or sex.

About Bright Light Academy :

Bright Light Academy has been providing high quality education to the greater Pittsburgh area since 2016. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards possible, and by doing so have been a Keystone Stars Star 4 Child Care Center since 2021.

Our school frequently collaborates with outside specialty educators for cultural opportunities & strives to utilize the best resources available.