Anticipated Opening - Early Childhood Education (ECE) Support Staff

LEARN Regional Educational Service Center; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

LEARN Regional Educational Service Center invites applicants for an anticipated Early Childhood Education Support Staff position at Creating Connections Early Learning Center in Waterford, CT. The role supports a safe, nurturing environment and contributes to high-quality programming.

Under supervision, you will assist with curricula, family engagement, and documentation of child development, while upholding center policies and health requirements.

Qualifications

• CDA credential with 12 ECE credits; Associate's degree preferred.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Medication Administration and Epi-Pen training.
• Minimum 1–2 years of professional childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing curricula activities and encourage participation.
• Support daily classroom routines; maintain cleanliness and materials.
• Assist with large and small group activities.
• Communicate with families and assist teacher in conferences.
• Contribute to child development observations and well-being.
• Follow policies and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Understanding of child development

Education

CDA Credential

12 ECE credits

CPR/First Aid certification

Medication Administration & Epi-Pen training

Job description

LEARN, Southeast 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.

LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.