Early Head Start Toddler Teacher Associate - Addison County Early Learning Center

CVOEO; New Haven (VT); On-site; USD 31,629 - 33,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

CVOEO in New Haven, Vermont, is seeking a motivated Early Head Start Toddler Teacher Associate. The role works within a team to create a developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers, enhancing their learning outcomes. This full-time position offers a comprehensive health plan and excellent benefits.

With an emphasis on social justice, we seek candidates with an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education and relevant experience. The salary ranges from $22.96 to $24.07 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• A commitment to social justice and working with families with limited financial resources.
• Knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate practice.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom team in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences.
• Promote school readiness and support children's learning outcomes.
• Work in a team environment focused on outcomes for infants and toddlers.

Skills

Developmentally appropriate early childhood practice

Child outcome assessment

Child behavior management

Curriculum planning and implementation

Excellent verbal and written communication

Bilingual abilities

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Infant Toddler CDA Credential

Job description

Head Start is a federally‑funded, national child and family development program which provides comprehensive services for pregnant women, children from birth to age five, and their families. Services for children promote school readiness, and include early education, health, nutrition, mental health, and services for children with special needs. Services for parents promote family engagement, and include parent leadership and social service supports.

Job Type: Full‑time.

As an Early Head Start Toddler Teacher Associate, you will work in an outcomes‑oriented, team environment, and assist the classroom team in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate environment and experiences for infants and toddlers. Motivated Head Start educators improve the trajectory of children’s lives, including children’s learning outcomes, living standards, and later academic and professional success. If you want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, consider joining the Head Start community.

40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year. Rate of pay depends on qualifications. Range of pay for first 60 working day probationary period is $22.96–$23.73/hour; after 60 working days, wage increases to $23.29–$24.07/hour. Excellent health plan and benefits.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related education field
• Infant toddler specific education and experience that meets or exceeds the requirements for an Infant Toddler CDA Credential
• Knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate early childhood practice, child outcome assessment, child behavior management, and curriculum planning, development and implementation
• Commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources; excellent verbal and written communication (bilingual abilities a plus!), documentation, and record‑keeping skills
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable transportation
• Physical ability to carry out required tasks

We are an inclusive organization that embraces all people.

Salary: $22.96 - $24.07.