Early Childhood Education - Teacher Assistant -Full Time-temporary

Child Care Resources Inc; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant for their East Hartford center. This temporary role offers the opportunity to support teachers in creating a nurturing and safe environment for children. Responsibilities include assisting in the implementation of educational activities, maintaining classroom materials, and fostering positive relationships with parents. Ideal candidates will have a passion for child development, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team. Join this rewarding environment where you can make a meaningful impact on young learners' lives.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Long-term Disability

Short-term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Retirement Plan

Childcare Discounts

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of professional child care experience required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing curricula activities and encourage children's participation.
• Maintain communication with parents and document children's progress.

Skills

Child Care Experience

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Understanding of Child Development

CPR and First Aid Certification

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Summary

YWCA Hartford Region is seeking a temporary preschool Teacher Assistant to support the East Hartford Early Learning Center.

Apply directly via our website YWCA of Hartford Region today.

$17.00 per hour

Temporary Position

Monday - Friday

Hours: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistants are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Benefits

Benefits:

A career with YWCA Hartford provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or special part-time (intermittent).

Benefits may include:

• Health Insurance- A group medical plan and group dental plan offers comprehensive coverage to eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
• Long-term Disability- Eligible employees receive company-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Short-term Disability- All eligible employees may elect short-term disability to cover the employee for 12 weeks, if disabled. This is an employee-paid option.
• Life Insurance- A company-paid group life insurance plan is available to eligible employees.
• Employees may purchaseadditional life insurancefor themselves and their eligible dependents.
• Time Off From Work- Eligible employees receive ten paid holidays per year, paid vacation and personal time, as well as paid sick time.
• Retirement Plan- All eligible employees are enrolled in a non-contributory pension plan after two years of employment.
• Childcare Discounts- Employees receive discounts on childcare offered at YWCA Hartford Region.

EOE/ AA