Preschool Assistant Teacher - Growth & Impact, Mon-Fri

Ccfairfield; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours per week schedule

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Fairfield County seeks a full-time Assistant Teacher for Room To Grow (RTG), a licensed preschool for ages 3–5. You will support the Lead Teacher and help children develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically.

Join a collaborative, growth‑minded team with a Monday–Friday schedule and commitment to high-quality early childhood education in a nurturing environment. We value ongoing professional development and adherence to CT ELDS, NAEYC, and licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's in ECE/Child Development or Human Development. Alternatively, degree in a related field with 12+ college credits in ECE/Child Development.
• Minimum two years of experience in a licensed preschool, child care center, or comparable setting.
• Familiarity with CT ELDS, NAEYC standards, and CT licensing requirements preferred.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and education.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in planning, implementing, and evaluating learning experiences.
• Foster children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Adhere to program policies, accreditation standards, and state licensing regulations.

Skills

Developmentally appropriate practices

Professional growth

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education/Child Development/Human Development

Related field + 12 college credits in ECE/Child Development

Job description

Catholic Charities of Fairfield County seeks a full-time Assistant Teacher for Room To Grow (RTG), a licensed preschool for ages 3–5. You will support the Lead Teacher and help children develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically.

Join a collaborative, growth‑minded team with a Monday–Friday schedule and commitment to high-quality early childhood education in a nurturing environment. We value ongoing professional development and adherence to CT ELDS, NAEYC, and licensing standards.