About this role
About the Role Group Supervisor role at Rainbow's End Learning Center (PathWays of Southwestern PA) in Washington, PA, leading a classroom of children ages 6 weeks to school age in a safe, nurturing, and playful learning environment. You’ll guide daily routines, develop creative lesson plans, and support both children and staff to thrive. What You'll Do
- Assisting children with basic care needs – from hand washing to shoe tying
- Creating a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom (yes, decorating counts!)
- Planning & leading fun, age-appropriate activities using Creative Curriculum
- Communicating with parents about the day’s big (and tiny) milestones
- Reporting any concerns, needs, or magical moments to the Program Director
- Keeping classroom documentation and lesson plans on point with Keystone STARS standards
- Providing daily activity and meal sheets for each child
- Float between classrooms when needed to maintain proper ratios and keep smiles big What We're Looking For
- Associate’s Degree in education or a related field plus 2 years (2500 hours) of relevant childcare experience
- OR Bachelor’s Degree in education or a related field plus 1 year (1250 hours) of experience
- A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential — preferred
- Clearances: Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Clearance, Department of Human Services Clearance, FBI Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, National Sex Offender Registry Clearance
- If you’ve lived outside of Pennsylvania in the last 5 years, you’ll also need clearances from those states
- Health assessment and TB (Mantoux) test required before your first day; a new health assessment is required every two years
- Physical requirements: Lift and move up to 30 lbs; be on your feet and moving most of the day; travel between PathWays locations or vendors if needed; use basic office equipment
- Willingness to discuss accommodation needs as part of an accessible and inclusive workplace Nice to Have
- A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential — preferred
- CDA enrollment assistance if not yet obtained Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance – starting 1st of the month after hire
- Generous PTO, Vacation & Sick Time
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Referral Bonuses
- 50% Discount on Childcare for your kiddos
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible