Early Childhood - Assistant Teachers

Child Care Resources Inc; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Medical plan

Education opportunities

Tuition discount

Employee events

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Child Care Resources Inc is seeking an assistant teacher to support early childhood education for ages 6 weeks to 36 months. You will work under a classroom teacher to ensure well-being and development in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes positive interaction with children, family communication, and maintaining a safe learning environment. Full-time hours and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience with young children; three professional references preferred.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to communicate warmly with families and engage with children.

Responsibilities

• Use positive discipline to foster independence and social skills.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Communicate effectively with families.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Create a safe, conducive learning environment.
• Implement curriculum aligned with CTELDS.
• Collect data on children's development per CTDOTS.
• Keep CPR/First Aid and other certifications up to date.
• Be reliable and punctual.

Skills

Positive discipline

Record keeping

Family communication

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Safety management

Curriculum implementation

Data collection

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Background Checks

CT Charts-A-Course Registry

Job description

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.

What You'll Do

Key responsibilities include:

• Employing positive discipline techniques to foster independence, self-regulation, and social skills in children
• 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

Requirements

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

Nice To Have

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.

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent