Early Childhood Program Assistant

Easterseals NH; Londonderry (NH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO

Holidays

403(b) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Wellness program

Job summary

Easterseals NH invites applicants for the Early Childhood Program Assistant role at the Technology Hill Early Learning Center in Londonderry, NH, with a December 2026 start. This position supports classrooms and center operations, aligning with NH licensing, NAEYC standards, and program guidelines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teaching staff, developmentally appropriate care, observations, and family communication.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 9 credits in early childhood education or related coursework, with at least 3 credits in child growth and development, plus 6 months of experience in an early childhood program.
• 3 credits in child growth and development with 1 year of experience in an early childhood program.
• Meet NH CCLU Associate Teacher requirements per He-C4002.
• Obtaining NH Early Childhood PD credential after first 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Actively support the classroom environment and implement age-appropriate curriculum.
• Be responsive to children, balancing individual and group needs.
• Provide an inclusive classroom reflecting ongoing learning and growth.
• Assist with observations and developmental evaluations.
• Support classroom management and safety per NH CCLU and NAEYC standards.
• Maintain respectful relationships with parents and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and incorporate family values into the program.
• Complete daily health checks.
• Support children with varying development using appropriate interventions.
• Follow NH CCLU, NAEYC, and program policies.
• Participate in staff development and trainings.

Skills

Child development

Communication

Organization

First Aid/CPR

Driver's license

Education

ECE credits

Growth & development credits

Job description

Job Description:

$1,000 New Hire Sign on Bonus!

Be part of something new! The Technology Hill Early Learning Center is building a dedicated team of educators who are committed to creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment where young children can thrive. If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families while growing your career in a collaborative and supportive setting, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking Early Childhood Program Assistants to join our new center in Londonderry with an anticipated start date in December 2026. The Early Childhood Program Assistant is an active member of the childcare center and partners with Early Childhood Teaching Staff on the academic, and social-emotional growth and development of all children in their care. Program Assistants will provide support to classrooms and center operations, in alignment with Program, NH Child Care Licensing Unit (NH CCLU), and NAEYC standards and regulations. Responsibilities include:

• Actively partner with Early Childhood Teaching Teams to actively support the classroom environment while assisting with the implementation of an age-appropriate curriculum (lesson plan) to nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development in their early education.
• Be responsive to all children by adapting daily care routines and strategies, balancing the individual and group interests and/or needs of the children.
• Provide a developmentally appropriate and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the children’s ongoing learning and growth.
• Assist with on-going observations and developmental evaluations while following curriculum implementation that addresses the individual needs of each child.
• Partner with Early Childhood Teaching Teams on overall classroom management to include, but is not limited to: (a) Contribute to the physical environment in the classroom to create opportunities to meet the changing needs of the developing child. (b) Ensure a safe, developmentally appropriate, and trauma-informed care aligned environments for all children in conjunction with NH Child Care Licensing Unit (NH CCLU) rules and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accreditation Standards. (c) Promote and model developmentally appropriate communication, hygiene, behavior, and nutrition. (d) Assist with daily and weekly maintenance, sterilization of materials, or cleaning to operate a clean, safe, and well-equipped classroom.(e) Support children during challenging behaviors using positive guidance, developmentally appropriate redirection, and proactive social-emotional strategies. (f) Take responsibility for appropriate child supervision, circle times, small groups and individual work as needed.
• Assist in maintaining respectful and supportive individual relationships with parents and prospective parents through effective communication in person, via ProCare messaging, and program outreach materials or newsletters, etc.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for the child’s background by incorporating the cultural, linguistic and familial values and beliefs into the program and lesson plans.
• Complete daily health checks regarding hygiene, safety, and overall well-being of the children.
• Support children of varying development using varying appropriate and respectful interventions
• Adhere to all NH CCLU, NAEYC, Program, and Agency policies and procedures.
• Participate in ongoing staff development, in-services, trainings, and additional meetings as required.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 9 credits in early childhood education or related coursework, awarded by an accredited college or university, with at least 3 credits in child or human growth and development, plus 6 months of experience in an early childhood education program OR
• 3 credits in child or human growth and development from an accredited college or university, with 1 year of experience in an early childhood education program
• The ability to meet NH Child Care Licensing Unit’s requirements for ‘Associate Teacher’ per NH CCLU He-C4002, required
• Obtaining and maintaining New Hampshire Early Childhood Professional Development credential (per NH Licensing Requirements) is required after the first 6 months of employment
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Organization and time management skills
• Certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED required
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Compensation $17.50 - $19 hourly, based upon experience and education.

Sign On Bonus is paid at 3 and 6 months of continued full-time employment - the bonus is subject to all taxes, deductions and voluntary deductions elected.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. The center will be open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.

What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability

• PTO begins accruing on your first day!

• Up to 9 paidholidays annually,plusonefloatingholidayofyourchoice.For programs thatremainopenduringholidays,staffscheduledtoworkwillreceiveholidaypayinaccordancewith program guidelines.

• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%

• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment

• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment

• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

EOE

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