Substitute Staff

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc.; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (HEAD START & EARLY START) in Danbury seeks hourly Substitute Assistant Teachers for flexible, per-shift coverage. Substitutes may lead to permanent roles and fit well for students or parents seeking part-time work.

Program hours are Monday–Friday 7:30am–6:00pm with shifts such as 8–4, 10–6, or 2–6. Position involves assisting classrooms with routines, meals, and activities for children aged 6 weeks–5 years. Bilingual candidates are encouraged.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• HS diploma or GED (preferred).
• Some childcare or preschool experience; or motivated to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist classrooms to maintain routines, curriculum, meals and activities for children 6 weeks to 5 years old.
• Support teachers and substitute coordinator in daily coverage and on-call needs.

Skills

Childcare experience

Motivation to work with kids

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

CIFC's Danbury Early Learning Programs (HEAD START & EARLY START) seeks hourly / per-shift Substitute Assistant Teachers. Our Substitutes are highly utilized in a fast-paced environment, while allowing maximum schedule flexibility. Substitute staff often lead to permanent employment. Perfect P/T opportunity for College students and parents.

Program hours are Mon-Friday 7:30am-6pm, available shifts are coverage dependent (e.g. 8-4pm; 10-6pm; 2-6pm). Substitute Assistant Teachers are scheduled for planned staff vacations and for day-of, unplanned coverage needs. Some long term assignments are available.

Substitute classroom staff work under the direction of the Substitute Coordinator and a daily classroom Teacher. The position is responsible for assisting classrooms to maintain routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for children (ages 6 weeks-5 years old).

This position is a great opportunity for candidates interested in Early Childhood Education, an opportunity to learn about the field or gain experience, and a desire for maximum schedule flexibility.

This position offers occupational growth opportunities.

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• 3-10 hour shifts available

Requirements

Successful candidates possess:

• Are 18 years or older;
• A high school diploma or GED equivalence (preferred);
• Have some childcare or preschool experience; and/or
• Motivated candidates do not require experience.

Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

Health Requirements:

• Recent documentation free of communicable diseases (i.e. TB and COVID); and
• Recent fit for duty examination.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Closing Date: open until Filled