Substitute Staff

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC); Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 18,582 - 26,465; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Professional development assistance

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Danbury, CT is looking for Substitute Assistant Teachers for their Early Learning Programs. This entry-level position offers competitive compensation and a flexible schedule, making it ideal for college students and parents. Responsibilities include assisting in maintaining classroom routines and supporting early childhood learning. Candidates must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED. This role provides opportunities for professional development and long-term employment prospects.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be 18 years or older.
• Some childcare or preschool experience is preferred, although motivated candidates do not require experience.
• Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist classrooms to maintain routines and curriculum.
• Support meals and related activities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Work under the direction of the Substitute Coordinator and classroom Teacher.

Skills

Childcare experience

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Motivation to learn

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.

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

• 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);
• Recent fit for duty examination;
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Closing Date

Open until Filled

Compensation details

$16.35-16.35 Hourly Wage

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

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