Teacher Assistant - Part Time

TOWN OF WINDSOR CT; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of Windsor CT is seeking a dynamic Primary Teacher Assistant for a part-time afternoon role to support an after school program for children ages 2.9 to 6. You will help plan and implement activities, supervise peers, and collaborate with assistants, interns, and contractual staff.

Responsibilities include preparing daily family reports, attending staff meetings, and participating in trainings. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of early childhood education, complete the

Qualifications

• Must have good knowledge of principles and practices of early childhood education and development.
• Candidate should hold a current CDA or completion of 12 ECE credits within the first year of employment.
• Associates degree in education, early childhood development or related field with 1 year experience; or, any combination of education and/or experience required.
• Successful completion of the Town of Windsor’s pre-employment background and drug screen – including testing for marijuana.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementation for an after school Primary Program for children ages 2.9 to 6 years; work with assistants, interns, and contractual employees; recommend materials and supplies as needed; assist in the preparation of daily reports to families; act in the lead role during the teachers absence; attend monthly staff meetings; participate in seminars and training sessions; and, maintain timely and accurate work records.

Skills

Early childhood education

CDA credential

ECE credits

Education degree

Background check

Education

Associates degree in education/EC development or related field with 1 year experience

12 ECE credits within first year

Job description

The Town of Windsor is looking for a dynamic, energetic Primary Teacher Assistant to fill a part-time afternoon position. The successful candidate will assist in the planning and implementation for an after school Primary Program for children ages 2.9 to 6 years; work with assistants, interns, and contractual employees; recommend materials and supplies as needed; assist in the preparation of daily reports to families; act in the lead role during the teachers absence; attend monthly staff meetings; participate in seminars and training sessions as assigned; and, maintain timely and accurate work records.

• Must have good knowledge of principles and practices of early childhood education and development
• Candidate should hold a current CDA or
• Completion of 12 ECE credits is required within the first year of employment
• Associates degree in education, early childhood development or related field with 1 year experience; or, any combination of education and/or experience required
• Successful completion of the Town of Windsor’s pre-employment background and drug screen – including testing for marijuana

Compensation and Schedule:

• Annual range is $17.00 to $19.25 depending on experience and qualifications
• Town employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package, including but not limited to, health, dental, vision and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, short and long term disability, and a defined contribution retirement plan
• The hours are 12:00 am to 5:45 pm, Monday thru Friday, 52 weeks per year.

The Town of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. EOE/AA