Early Childhood Assistant Teacher - Growth & Benefits

Acquire4Hire; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Medical plan

Education/Training opportunities

Discounted tuition for enrolled child

Employee social events

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Acquire4Hire seeks an assistant teacher to support a classroom of children aged 6 weeks to 36 months under a supervising teacher. You will help foster development through positive guidance, routine, and caring interactions.

Role requires reliability, punctuality, and the ability to communicate with families. Nighttime cleaning by a third party is mentioned; on-site work is expected during approved hours.

Qualifications

• Assistant teachers must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with young children preferred, with three professional references if possible.
• Access to reliable transportation to commute to work.
• Ability to smile, listen, engage positively with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Employ positive discipline techniques to foster independence and social skills.
• Support children in developing self-help skills.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities.
• Establish effective communication with families.
• Maintain confidentiality and present a professional demeanor at all times.
• Create a safe, conducive learning environment.
• Implement curriculum aligned with CTELDS to support growth.
• Gather data on children's growth in line with CTDOTS.
• Maintain up-to-date certifications (CPR/First Aid, meds, background checks, registry).
• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality in all duties.

Skills

Patience with children

Communication with families

Reliability

Punctuality

Positive discipline

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acquire4Hire seeks an assistant teacher to support a classroom of children aged 6 weeks to 36 months under a supervising teacher. You will help foster development through positive guidance, routine, and caring interactions.

Role requires reliability, punctuality, and the ability to communicate with families. Nighttime cleaning by a third party is mentioned; on-site work is expected during approved hours.