Child Care Support Teacher

$16.35 - $17.5 per hour

Full-time

New Beginnings Early Learning

Summary

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love connecting with children of all ages, this role was made for you. As a Floater Teacher at New Beginnings Early Learning Center, you'll bring consistency, warmth, and quality to every classroom -- from infants to preschoolers -- while building relationships across our entire program. Every day looks different, and that's the point. You'll grow your skills across age groups, deepen your knowledge of Connecticut's early learning standards, and become one of the most versatile educators on our team.

Duties

Adaptable Classroom Support

Provide coverage across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms as needed
Adapt teaching style and approach to match each age group's developmental needs
Maintain consistency with established classroom routines, schedules, and management systems
Support CT ELDS implementation across all age groups

Age-Appropriate Care and Education
Infant (Birth-18 months)

Support individual feeding and sleeping schedules following safe sleep practices
Provide nurturing physical and emotional care
Implement appropriate sensory and developmental activities

Toddler (18-36 months)

Support toilet training, emerging independence, and early language development
Guide positive peer interactions and physical development through active play

Preschool (3-5 years)

Support structured learning activities and small and large group instruction
Foster social skill development, problem-solving, and emerging academic skills

Health and Safety

Follow age-appropriate health, safety, and sanitization protocols for each classroom
Implement proper diapering, toileting, handwashing, and meal procedures
Maintain safe sleep practices for infants and monitor indoor and outdoor environments

Communication and Documentation

Communicate effectively with all teaching teams and maintain confidentiality
Support DOTS documentation, attendance records, and daily family communication
Document accidents or incidents as required

Professional Responsibilities

Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
Build positive relationships across all classrooms and support program quality efforts

Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following credential pathways:

Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential issued by the Council for Professional Recognition
CDA equivalent as defined by NAEYC -- at least 12 college credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education
High school diploma or equivalent -- must earn a CDA or enroll in an accredited ECE degree program within the first year of employment

Preferred Skills and Experience

Strong understanding of child development across all age groups birth to five
Strong oral and written communication skills
Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification
Ability to adapt quickly and collaborate effectively across multiple classroom teams

Requirements

Must successfully clear a full background check
Must pass required health screening

Nice To Haves

Experience with Brightwheel or similar childcare management software
Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office

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