Joyful Early Childhood Assistant Teacher — Play-Based Learning

Over-the-Rainbow-Learning-Cente; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Over the Rainbow Learning Center in Connecticut seeks an Assistant Teacher for Early Childhood. This role supports the Lead Teacher in a safe, organized, and engaging classroom serving children 6 weeks to 5 years.

You will actively engage with children, implement a play-based curriculum, and maintain supervision, health, and safety procedures throughout the day. Strong teamwork and communication with families are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Experience with children in a group setting is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to meet CT licensing requirements.
• Ability to lift, move and actively engage with children throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead Teacher in creating a safe, organized, and engaging classroom.
• Actively engage with children throughout the day, not supervise from the sidelines.
• Help implement a play-based curriculum that supports physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development.
• Maintain constant supervision and awareness of all children.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation procedures with precision.
• Assist with diapering, feeding, naps, and transitions while maintaining dignity and care.
• Contribute to a language-rich, well-prepared classroom environment.
• Communicate professionally with families, including daily updates and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with your team to maintain a positive, respectful culture.

Skills

Dependable

Engaged

Professionalism

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Over the Rainbow Learning Center in Connecticut seeks an Assistant Teacher for Early Childhood. This role supports the Lead Teacher in a safe, organized, and engaging classroom serving children 6 weeks to 5 years.

You will actively engage with children, implement a play-based curriculum, and maintain supervision, health, and safety procedures throughout the day. Strong teamwork and communication with families are essential.