What are the hours like? 

• Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. 
• Apply today to discuss if there’s a schedule that can work for you! 

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 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 $12-15 per hour based on experience 
• Our Full-Time positions also include:
• • Benefits
  • • PTO (up to 18 days 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 primary duties and responsibilities? 

Child Supervision 

• Assist student(s) with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning (if applicable) 
• Assist student(s) with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs and personal hygiene (if applicable) 
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs 
• Help supervise student(s) throughout the school day, inside and outside of the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, gym, field trips and/or playground duty.

Classroom Management 

• Help classroom teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports 
• Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment 
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom 
• Help manage behavior of student(s) as needed 
• Keep teacher informed of special needs and/or problems of student(s) 
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts 

 Instruction 

• Present subject matter to student(s) under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions or supervised role-playing methods 
• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers 
• Work with individual student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher 

Learning Lamp Site Functions and Program Assistance 

• Assist in maintaining student records and general housekeeping to maintain DHS regulations 
• Always maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the organization 
• Assist in implementation of daily programming and activities 
• Ensure student safety and be engaged at all times 
• Maintain BAS shifts as assigned and follow all plans and schedules
• Follow all Department of Human Services and STARS regulations at all times 
• Report cases of suspected child abuse/neglect according to PA State Law 
• Know the number and names of all children in your group at all times 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma 
• Experience working with children  

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 
• Act 71 Suicide Prevention Training required
• Trainings as required by PA Department of Human Services, Department of Education, PKC, and/or The Learning Lamp and Ignite Education Solutions 
• Clearances, trainings, physicals, and certifications must be kept current 

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 Now! 

EOE - The Learning Lamp is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. In accordance with the Pregnant Workers’ Fairness Act (PWFA), The Learning Lamp will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees or applicants with known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on business operations. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace where all employees and applicants feel valued and supported.  Reasonable Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.