Early Childhood Associate Teacher — Growth & Collaboration

Easterseals NH; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability

PTO from day 1

9 paid holidays

403(b) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Wellness programs

Job summary

Easterseals NH in Manchester, NH seeks an Associate Teacher to partner with Lead Teachers in an integrated-center program. You will support development of weekly lesson plans, provide responsive and inclusive care, and help maintain a safe, growth-focused classroom environment for all children.

You will engage with families, meet NH licensing requirements, and participate in ongoing evaluations to support each child’s development and learning journey.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to obtain 12 ECE credits within 12 months of hire, including 3 in growth and development.
• Must obtain and maintain NH ECE credential within 12 months of hire.
• Experience with diverse children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Lead Teachers to develop weekly lesson plans for age-appropriate curriculum across all development domains.
• Provide responsive care, adapting routines to meet individual and group needs.
• Maintain a developmentally appropriate, inclusive classroom environment reflecting children’s learning and growth.
• Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations and align with curriculum implementations for each child.
• Assist with classroom management and improve the physical environment to meet evolving needs.
• Ensure safe, trauma-informed care aligned with NH licensing and NAEYC accreditation.

Education

Twelve early childhood education credits incl. 3 in growth & development

NH Early Childhood Professional Development credential

Job description

Easterseals NH in Manchester, NH seeks an Associate Teacher to partner with Lead Teachers in an integrated-center program. You will support development of weekly lesson plans, provide responsive and inclusive care, and help maintain a safe, growth-focused classroom environment for all children.

You will engage with families, meet NH licensing requirements, and participate in ongoing evaluations to support each child’s development and learning journey.