Location: Center Valley, PA | Lehigh Valley & Surrounding Areas
Job Type: Flexible | Event-Based & Recurring Opportunities
Compensation: 21-50/hour, depending on assignment and qualifications

Love Working With Children? Make Every Event Memorable!

Do you enjoy leading games, planning creative activities, and making children smile? Are you energetic, dependable, and passionate about creating memorable experiences?

If this sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!

The Nanny Loft is seeking childcare professionals, educators, and activity leaders for weddings, birthday parties, community events, Children's Business Fairs, and educational programs.

What You'll Do

Depending on your assignment, you may:

• Provide safe, attentive supervision for children of different ages, including infants when qualified.
• Lead games, crafts, movement activities, and educational programs.
• Support childcare at weddings, parties, community events, and after-school programs.
• Assist with Children's Business Fairs and youth-focused activities.
• Help with feeding, diapering, toileting, naps, and other age-appropriate routines when needed.
• Set up and clean activity areas and follow attendance, check-in, and authorized pickup procedures.
• Communicate with parents, event organizers, and team members.
• Follow child safety, allergy, medication, and emergency procedures.
• Assist with or teach Safe Sitter® courses when appropriately trained and authorized.

Responsibilities vary by event, program, and individual qualifications.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• At least 18 years old, with a high school diploma or GED.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Relevant experience in childcare, teaching, camps, youth programs, or event facilitation.
• Infant care experience for assignments involving infants.
• Knowledge of child development and safety practices.
• Additional qualifications for leadership or instructional assignments.

Certifications & Clearances

• Current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid and Mandated Reporter Training certifications when required.
• Current Car Seat Safety Training when transportation responsibilities require it.
• Successful background screening and updated clearances, including FBI Fingerprinting, PA Criminal Background Check and PA Child Abuse Clearance (ACT 33), as required by TNL.
• Existing certifications are accepted if still valid; updated background documents may be required during onboarding.
• Additional authorization or training for specialized programs, including Safe Sitter® instruction.

Transportation & Physical Requirements

• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation when required.
• Ability to lift 25 up to 50 lbs. when required, participate in active play, stand for extended periods, and move event supplies.

Health & Vaccination Requirements

• Physical examination completed within the last 12 months, with a completed PA Child Care Staff Health Assessment Form (CD-322).
• Proof of required vaccinations, when applicable: Td/Tdap, MMR, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, PCV, and Influenza.

Professional Skills

• Creative, dependable, organized, and safety-conscious.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable adapting to different event and program settings.

Schedule, Compensation & Opportunities

• 21–50/hour, depending on assignment, qualifications, and responsibilities.
• Flexible, event-based, occasional, and recurring opportunities.
• Potential roles include event caregiver, activity facilitator, team lead, and qualified instructor.
• Specific rates, assignments, and hours are not guaranteed.

Required Training & Resources 

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• Mandated Reporter Training

• Car Seat Safety Training

• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid: Current certification required.

• Health Assessment Form (CD-322)

Free/Low-Cost Health Resources: Lehigh Valley Free Clinics | Neighborhood Health Centers | DeSales Clinics

Why Join The Nanny Loft?

Bring your creativity and energy to meaningful children's events while connecting with families and community partners.

Make an impact. Make it fun!

How to Apply

Please submit:

1. A professional, updated resume (Indeed-generated resumes are not accepted).

2. A brief introduction highlighting your childcare, teaching, event, or youth-program experience.

3. Your availability, including evenings and weekends when applicable.

4. Relevant certifications and experience leading groups or activities.

Applications are reviewed based on qualifications and assignment needs. Employment or placement is not guaranteed.

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Additional Employment Information

Disclaimer: Duties, qualifications, schedules, and responsibilities vary by assignment.

Safety & Drug Screening: Certain assignments may involve driving and responsibility for children's safety. Candidates must comply with applicable safety requirements and complete any required drug screening in accordance with applicable law, including Pennsylvania driving laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Nanny Loft is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Assignment Notice: Acceptance onto the team does not guarantee specific hours, assignments, compensation within the advertised range, or selection for a particular event.