Anticipated Opening - Early Childhood Education (ECE) Support Staff

LEARN; Old Lyme (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational service center in Connecticut is seeking an ECE Support Staff to collaborate with teachers and provide a nurturing environment for children. This role involves assisting with classroom activities, maintaining communication with families, and ensuring compliance with policies. Candidates must hold a CDA Credential and have at least 1-2 years of experience in childcare. The position requires good communication skills and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• CDA Credential plus 12 credits in ECE, preferably an Associate’s in ECE.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional childcare experience.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry a child up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Engage in activities; manage cleanliness and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with families.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work well with others

Understanding of child development

Education

CDA Credential plus 12 credits in ECE

Associate’s in ECE (preferred)

Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

Medication Administration and Epi-Pen training

Job description

LEARN, southeastern Connecticut’s Regional Educational Service Center invites candidates to apply for an anticipated Early Childhood Education (ECE) Support Staff opening at Creating Connections Early Learning Center in Waterford, Connecticut.

General Scope Of Responsibilities

The ECE Support Staff collaborates with the Teacher and Site Coordinator to create a safe, nurturing environment for children. This role supports the delivery of a high-quality program, builds positive relationships with children and families, and observes and documents children's development. Under supervision, the ECE Support Staff helps implement developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s needs and interests.

Relationship within the Organization

The ECE Support Staff reports directly to the Head Teacher and Site Coordinator.

Responsibilities

Classroom & Activity Support

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Assist with large and small group activities.
• Help ensure a smooth, daily transition from home to childcare center.

Clerical & Administrative Support

• Assist the teacher in conducting routine clerical duties.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Communication & Family Engagement

• Maintain frequent communications with families through informal discussions and assist teacher in conferences.

Child Development & Well-Being

• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Alert the teacher and/or administrator to any problem, special information, or situations.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials

• CDA Credential plus 12 credits in ECE, preferably an Associate’s in ECE.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Medication Administration and Epi‑Pen training.

Experience

• Minimum of 1‑2 years of professional childcare experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• An understanding of child development.

Professional Development & Training

• Participates regularly in staff and professional projects and meetings and departmental events.
• Attends a minimum of twenty-one (21) hours of early childhood workshops per year.
• Clearances and Health Requirements.
• Must clear a full background check.
• Must pass health screening.

Physical / Health / Other Requirements

• Must clear a comprehensive background check and pass a health screening.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry a child up to 50 lbs.

Qualified applicants should apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/learn/onlineapp/ (application can be found under the Early Childhood and Elementary School Teaching category). LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.