Early Childhood Caregiver

CAI

Allentown, PA Posted 9/3/2025 Full Time

Job ID Number

R6096

Employment Type

Full time

Worksite Flexibility

Onsite

Job Summary

As an Early Childhood Caregiver at Salvaggio Academy, you will provide care for the children of Salvaggio Academy employees.

Job Description

Salvaggio Academy, a small private school in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is seeking a warm, reliable, and hands-on individual to provide personalized care for the children of SA employees. In this role, the primary focus will be about ensuring the comfort, safety, and happiness of children ranging in age from 9 months to 4 years old in a cozy, mixed-age setting of no more than six children. The ideal candidate will handle day-to-day care needsfeeding, diaper changes, nap time, and playwhile keeping the environment positive and engaging with simple, age-appropriate activities.

What You'll Do

  • Provide nurturing, attentive care to infants and toddlers, including feeding bottles, preparing simple meals, and changing diapers

  • Maintain a safe, clean, and comforting environment for children at all stages of early development

  • Plan and engage children in basic play-based activities such as reading stories, sensory play, and simple arts and crafts (no formal lesson plans required)

  • Supervise nap times and transitions throughout the day to ensure a calm routine

  • Monitor developmental milestones and share observations with parents as needed

  • Communicate daily updates to parents about feedings, naps, and overall well-being

  • Work as a team player with other caregivers to ensure smooth operations and consistent care

What You'll Need

Required:

  • High school diploma required

  • Warm, patient, and genuinely enjoys caring for little ones

  • Comfortable with diapering, bottle prep, and managing multiple young children

  • Strong communication skills with both children and adults

  • Flexible and adaptable to the daily needs of infants and toddlers

  • Flexible with schedule changes

Preferred:

  • At least 2 years of childcare or nanny experience

  • Coursework or a degree in Early Childhood Education is a plus

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards.

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds

  • Ability to sit on the floor, stand, and move around for extended periods

The pay range for this position is $18 - $22 per hour (USD). Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave as provided by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or (888) 824 – 8111.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

CAI is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. All employment decisions are based on valid job requirements, including hiring, promotion, and compensation. Harassment and retaliation are prohibited.

JOB LOCATION:
Allentown, PA 18103

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