Infant/Toddler Teacher Assistant — Growth & Benefits

Educare Central Maine; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

CSA program (food grants)

Job summary

Educare Central Maine seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant to join our Infant/Toddler team. You will support developmental progress, deliver responsive caregiving, and assist with assessments and curriculum implementation in a collaborative setting.

We offer extensive training, generous benefits, and growth opportunities in a program serving children ages 0-3. This is a full-time, full-year position with competitive pay and statewide licensing support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in group care setting with young children.
• Must meet requirements of agency & State Child Care Licensing regulations for background checks and physical exams.
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication (written & verbal) documentation, critical thinking, basic computer, and group management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team to support children's developmental progress and school readiness.
• Provide responsive caregiving and support child assessments.
• Individualize for diverse learners and support the implementation of Creative Curriculum and other curricula.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Group management

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Ed Tech II certification or 6 college credits in ECE

Job description

Educare Central Maine seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant to join our Infant/Toddler team. You will support developmental progress, deliver responsive caregiving, and assist with assessments and curriculum implementation in a collaborative setting.

We offer extensive training, generous benefits, and growth opportunities in a program serving children ages 0-3. This is a full-time, full-year position with competitive pay and statewide licensing support.