Early Childhood Educator

Child Care Resources Inc; Manchester (VT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Childcare discount

FMLI

ICHRA

IRA

Job summary

Northshire Day School in Vermont is seeking a full-time teacher assistant to support children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The role requires a 9:00am to 1:00pm schedule and a passion for creating a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Candidates should have an AA in Early Childhood Education or related credits and at least one year of experience with young children. This position is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• A.A. degree in Early Childhood Education or 21 related credits.
• Minimum 1 year experience with young children.
• Able to work 9:00am–1:00pm schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in a classroom with children 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Support the implementation of a play-based curriculum.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing environment and document child progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Early childhood knowledge

Education

AA in Early Childhood Education or 21 related credits

Job description

Come join an amazing teaching team! Northshire Day School is hiring a full-time teacher assistant to work with children 6 weeks to 5 years. Candidate must be available to work 9:00am- 1:00pm. NDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

What You'll Do

Candidates must be excited and enthusiastic about working with and educating young children, have the ability to create a safe and nurturing environment, proficient written and verbal communication, knowledge about the STARS program, early childhood licensing regulations and implementing a play-based curriculum. Preferred candidates will have skills and education in child development and learning, building family and community relationships, observing, documenting and assessing children, using developmentally appropriate practice, building quality curriculum following the Vermont Early Learning Standards, ensuring a healthy and safe environment and a commitment to growing as an early childhood professional. Must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

Preferred Candidates will have A.A. Degree in Early Childhood Education (or 21 related college credits) and at least 1-year experience working young children.

• Paid time off, paid snow days / holidays, paid vacation weeks, professional development, childcare discount, FMLI, ICHRA and IRA. Hourly wage based on degree and experience.

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent