Infant Teacher Assistant

Acquire4Hire; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Trinity College Community Child Center on the Trinity College campus in Hartford seeks an Infant Teacher Assistant for a full-time, year-round role. You will work with a Lead Teacher to ensure a safe, engaging classroom environment for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months.

Requirements include 20+ years, 1 year of infant care experience, and ELDS knowledge. CPR/First Aid certification required or obtainable within 1 month. Flexible schedule within 7:30 am–5:30 pm, on-site with benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old.
• At least 1 year experience with 6 weeks to 18 months in a childcare center.
• Associate degree preferred; 12 ECE credits or CDA with experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of Connecticut ELDS.
• Current CPR & 1st Aid or willing to obtain within 1 month.

Responsibilities

• Work with Lead Teacher to manage the classroom operations.
• Occasionally operate independently in the Lead Teacher's absence.
• Maintain a positive classroom aligned with TC4 guidelines.
• Adhere to CT ECE mandates and NAEYC best practices.

Skills

Infant care experience

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Flexible scheduling

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

12 ECE college credits verified by OEC

Infant/Toddler CDA credential (optional if experience)

Job description

About This Role

Job description

Trinity College Community Child Center is seeking a qualified, full-time Infant Teacher Assistant to join our dynamic team of Early Childhood Educators. Our teachers work on a full-time team of three which includes a Teacher and two Teacher Assistants. We are located on the beautiful Trinity College campus and our children join us from the Trinity community, Hartford, and outlying towns.

Our teachers enjoy insightful training utilizing the state of Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards, Creative Curriculum as well as other monthly workshops and staff meetings. Employee benefits for our teachers include subsidized medical insurance, vision plan and free dental insurance. We provide sick time and paid time off. Pay is commensurate with education and experience. This position is full-time (40 hours per week) and full year.

Want to get a glimpse of what we do every day? Find us on Facebook or visit our website at www.tc4.org.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

What You'll Do

Work cooperatively with the Lead Teacher in managing the overall operation of the classroom (working independently in the Lead Teacher's absence), maintaining a positive classroom and work environment in alignment with TC4 guidelines and norms, in compliance with Connecticut Office of Early Childhood and Department of Public Health mandates, and following NAEYC best practices.

Requirements

Qualified candidates must have:

• Must be at least 20 years of age
• At least one year experience working with this age group (6 weeks to 18 months) in a childcare center
• An Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred however 12 Early Childhood college credits verified by the Office of Early Childhood OR a current Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with additional experience will be considered
• Knowledge of the State of Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS)
• Current CPR & 1st Aid certification that meets Office of Early Childhood (OEC) Licensing requirements or willing to obtain within one month of employment
• Maturity, responsibility, and a sincere interest in working with children with very strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Physical ability and stamina to interact with children for up to 8 hours including but not limited to moving and reacting quickly, lifting and/or carrying a child, sitting on the floor or using child size furniture, participating in field trips and playground activities, going on daily walks
• Emotional capability to withstand periods of stress and respond positively under pressure
• Ability to have flexible scheduling within our 7:30 am-5:30 pm business hours
• Be creative and inspire children to learn and grow

Nice To Haves

up to date physical with negative TB test

Already registered and current in the BCIS system

Benefits

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off