Preschool Assistant Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical insurance

vision plan

free dental insurance

discounted childcare

paid time off

sick time

Job summary

Trinity College Community Child Center is seeking a qualified, full-time Preschool Teacher Assistant to join our dynamic team of Early Childhood Educators. In a classroom with 18 children, you will work with two fellow Teacher Assistants and a Lead Teacher to provide a curriculum that nurtures and stimulates development on the Trinity College campus in Hartford.

Qualified candidates must have at least one year of experience with 3–5 year-olds in a childcare setting and an Associate degree in

Qualifications

• At least one year experience working with children ages 3–5 in a childcare setting.
• CDA/12 credits in Early Childhood Education or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• 8 hour shift with a 45 minute paid lunch break.
• Monday to Friday schedule.
• Serve as a mandated reporter.
• Comply with Connecticut Office of Early Childhood and Hartford Department of Children, Families Youth and Recreation policies.
• Observe all TC4 policies and procedures.
• Perform daily site safety checks and report issues to the Administrative Team.
• Follow National Association for the Education of Young Children Code of Ethical Conduct.

Skills

Preschool experience 3-5

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA or 12 credits in ECE

Job description

Preschool Teacher Assistant Trinity College Community Child Center is seeking a qualified, full-time Preschool Teacher Assistant to join our dynamic team of Early Childhood Educators. Our Teacher Assistants work on a team with two full-time Teacher Assistants and a Lead Teacher in a classroom with 18 children to provide a curriculum that both nurtures and stimulates a child’s development. We are located on the beautiful Trinity College campus and our children join us from the Trinity community, Hartford, and outlying towns.

About This Role

Trinity College Community Child Center is seeking a qualified, full-time Preschool Teacher Assistant to join our dynamic team of Early Childhood Educators. Our Teacher Assistants work on a team with two full-time Teacher Assistants and a Lead Teacher in a classroom with 18 children to provide a curriculum that both nurtures and stimulates a child’s development. We are located on the beautiful Trinity College campus and our children join us from the Trinity community, Hartford, and outlying towns.

Why work with us?

• flexible hours
• 45 minute paid lunch break
• teaching team of 3
• quality program that focuses on social emotional development and wellness

Qualified candidates must have:

• At least one year experience working with this age group (children 3 to 5 years) in a childcare center
• A current CDA/12 credits in Early Childhood Education OR Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

What You'll Do

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift paid 45 minute lunch break.
• Monday to Friday
• Serve as a mandated reporter.
• Fulfill all mandates and obligations as laid out by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood and The City of Hartford Department of Children, Families Youth and Recreation.
• Observe and follow all TC4 policies and procedures.
• Perform daily site safety checks (classroom, playground, etc.) prior to children entering, correct any issues, and notify the Administrative Team of items requiring follow-up.
• Carry out best practices as developed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and observe its Code of Ethical Conduct.

Requirements

Qualified candidates must have:

• At least one year experience working with this age group (children 3 to 5 years) in a childcare center
• A current CDA/12 credits in Early Childhood Education OR Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

Education

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Present proof of a recent physical and negative TB test results (less than 1 year before hire and every two years thereafter for physical)

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric CPR/First Aid
• Administration of Emergency Medication, EpiPen

Benefits

• medical insurance
• vision plan
• free dental insurance
• discounted childcare
• paid time off
• sick time

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

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance