Early Childhood - Assistant Teachers

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The ideal candidate is someone who can handle a fast-paced environment without evenings or weekends. Additionally, they should be comfortable with the idea of a cleaning company cleaning the facility at night.

Assistant teachers play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and development of children aged 6 weeks to 36 months in our care, working under the guidance of a classroom teacher.

Key responsibilities include:

• Employing positive discipline techniques to foster independence, self-regulation, and social skills in children
• Supporting children in developing essential self-help skills
• Maintaining accurate records
• Establishing effective communication with families
• Maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Exhibiting conduct and professionalism at all times
• Maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment
• Implementing curriculum that aligns with the CTELDS to support children's growth and development
• Gathering data on children's growth and development in alignment with the CTDOTS
• Maintaining up-to-date certifications - CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration, Background checks, CT Charts-A-Course Registry, current statement of good health, Covid vaccinated
• Demonstrating reliability and punctuality in all aspects of work

Assistant teachers must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Previous experience working with young children, preferably with three professional references

Access to reliable transportation

The ability to display a genuine smile and make others feel special, provide helpful information, listen attentively, and engage positively with children

Having completed formal Early Childhood Education coursework will result in an increased pay rate upon hiring

Employees working 35 - 40 hours/week are considered full time after completing a 90-day work test period.

Full time employees are eligible for:

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Medical plan
• Education/Training opportunities
• Discounted tuition for an enrolled child
• Employee social events
• Employee Assistance Program

All employees will have the benefit of a supportive work environment.