Lead Daycare Teacher
Company: COUNTRYSIDE DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL
Location: Cresco
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Benefits: Bonus based on
performance Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Paid
time off Countryside Daycare & Preschool is seeking qualified and
dedicated staff who enjoy working with children for our
family-owned and operated Keystone STAR 4 center in Cresco! Basic
Requirements: High School Diploma (Associate degree or CDA
preferred, and will have a higher starting salary) 2 years
experience working with children Health assessment with a TB test
Criminal Background Check Child Abuse History Clearance FBI
Fingerprint Clearance NSOR Clearance 2 Letters of reference
Pediatric CPR/First Certification (Preferred to start but will
train) Mandated Reporter Training (Preferred to start but will
train) Health and Safety Basics Training (Preferred to start but
will train) Fire Safety Training (Preferred to start but will
train) If you are passionate about creating a nurturing environment
for children to thrive with an organization that is devoted to
helping kiddos learn and grow let's connect! What youll do As an
early childhood teacher, you will help to create a safe space where
children can explore and learn with hands-on activities. Day to day
youll: Assist with implementing a developmentally appropriate
curriculum (we use Funnydaffer) Create a nurturing and engaging
classroom environment that promotes learning and growth Maintain a
safe and clean classroom, adhering to health and safety guidelines
Attend training sessions to stay current with best practices in
early childhood education What you need to thrive in this role A
love for working with children, flexibility to assist where needed,
and a willingness to learn. Additional needs include: Experience: A
minimum of 2 years of childcare experience Skills required: A
positive attitude, patience, compassion, and a genuine love for
working with children are a must! Additionally, excellent
communication skills with both children and adults, a commitment to
creating a safe and inclusive learning environment, organizational
skills, cleanliness, and attention to detail Physical requirements:
Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs., kneel, move, and exercise
with the children, stand for long periods, and pass a health
screening Location: Our classroom is located at 133 Golf Drive,
Cresco Schedule: We are open Monday-Friday (except major holidays)
from 6:30am-6:00pm. Currently, we have hours available from
8:30am-5:30pm (with a 1hr lunch). Additional Expectations Follow
daily feeding/eating schedules (posted in classroom) Assist in
potty training Follow daily schedule (posted in classroom) Inform
Center Director of any problems that arise with discipline, staff,
illness, supplies, or room maintenance Attend staff meetings,
trainings, and other mandatory staff functions Straighten classroom
and clean toys and appliances before leaving each day Follow
guidelines for DPW and Keystone Stars Job Type: Full-time Benefits:
Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule
Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Experience:
Teaching: 1 year (Preferred) Childcare: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification: Child Development Associate Certification
(Preferred) Ability to Commute: Cresco, PA 18326 (Required) Ability
to Relocate: Cresco, PA 18326: Relocate before starting work
(Required) Work Location: In person
Keywords: COUNTRYSIDE DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL, Scranton , Lead Daycare Teacher, Education / Teaching , Cresco, Pennsylvania
