Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Strong Start Early Care & Education; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Strong Start Early Care & Education in Shelton, CT is seeking an Infant Assistant Teacher to support early childhood learning in a high-quality program. This role emphasizes teamwork, curriculum planning, and ongoing professional growth.

You will collaborate with licensed staff, communicate with families, and help implement CT standards while ensuring safety and compliance in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (preferred) in early childhood education or related field.
• 1 year of experience in childcare required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning and implementing educational curriculum aligned with CT early learning standards.
• Regular communication with parents through casual discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher meetings.
• Ensuring adherence to all center policies, state regulations, and NAEYC policies.
• Assistant Daycare Teachers are part of curriculum planning.
• Ongoing personal and professional development.

Skills

Infant care

Curriculum planning

Parent communication

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

Associate (Preferred)

Job description

Are you passionate about teaching in a high-quality early childhood education setting? Strong Start Early Care & Education is hiring a dedicated Infant assistant teacher to join our dynamic team.

If you're excited to be part of an innovative curriculum and a program that sets a new standard in childcare, we'd love to meet you. Strong Start is more than just a job- it's a place to grow your career and make a difference.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Above industry average hourly compensation, with potential for significant merit increases.
• 15 Paid holidays, including a break between Christmas and New Year.
• Earn up to 20 additional PTO days.
• Paid health benefits through a quality insurance plan.
• A safe and modern work environment with up-to-date facilities and equipment.
• Matching retirement contributions.
• Early Childhood Education tuition assistance program.
• Discounts on staff childcare.
• Reimbursement for professional development; access to comprehensive resources and training programs.
• Work in state-of-the-art facilities that prioritize technology and health & safety practices.
• Be a part of a leading organization in the childcare industry, focusing on maintaining a healthy work culture.
• Dedicated Staff Lounge

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Assisting with planning and implementing educational curriculum aligned with CT early learning standards.
• Regular communication with parents through casual discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher meetings.
• Ensuring adherence to all center policies, state regulations, and NAEYC policies.
• Assistant Daycare Teachers are part of curriculum planning.
• Ongoing personal and professional development.

Join us today for an exciting journey in the field of early childhood education!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person