Teacher Assistant - Early Education with Paid Training

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care Career Center; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

401(k) match

Professional development

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Kids West Hartford is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers and families in providing a safe, nurturing learning environment. You will help supervise children, assist with classroom activities, and participate in decorating and setup as needed.

No evenings or weekends; paid training is provided and the team emphasizes professional growth, competitive benefits, and strong family support. Join BrightPath!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong customer service and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work within regular operating hours.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.
• Assisting teachers with instruction in the classroom.
• Decorating inside and outside of classrooms as needed.
• Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
• Interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Work ethic

Childcare basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

BrightPath Kids West Hartford is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers and families in providing a safe, nurturing learning environment. You will help supervise children, assist with classroom activities, and participate in decorating and setup as needed.

No evenings or weekends; paid training is provided and the team emphasizes professional growth, competitive benefits, and strong family support. Join BrightPath!