Assistant Teacher (AA/AS Level)|Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Do you possess the personal qualities necessary to care for and work with children? Grow as an educator and make a difference in the life of a child. Opportunities are available to pursue a CDA or a college degree.

The assistant teacher provides supervision, guidance, and support to the children. They will work with the teacher on learning experience plans and activity implementation. The assistant teacher will communicate and collaborate with families. They will participate in workshops and conferences to strengthen knowledge and skills.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement learning experience plans
• Promote the health, safety and well being of students through a consistent schedule
• Assist with the completion of daily reports
• Maintain a healthy, safe and organized learning environment
• Communicate and collaborate with families
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences
• Participate in continuing education
• Support social/emotional development
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a High School diploma or GED and experience working with unrelated children 3-5 years
• Willingness to enroll in a CDA program leading to receiving a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or higher education, if not already achieved
• Be at least 18 years of age

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Catholic Charities offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including:
For Good Health: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance
For a Secure Future: Life, AD&D and Long-term disability insurance
For Retirement: 403(b) Plan, with employer matching contributions for eligible employees
For Career Advancement: Training and development opportunities
For Work Life Balance: Generous paid time off; including 14 holidays, vacation and sick time.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential counseling for employees and their immediate family members

Catholic Charities Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford is in compliance with all applicable discrimination laws. All hiring, promoting, and transferring is done on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to membership in any protected class. EEO/ AA/ M-F/ VET/ DISABLED.