Teachers Aide

TEAM INC; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

403(b) match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Staff events

Job summary

TEAM INC is seeking a Teacher’s Aide in Waterbury, CT to support teachers, supervise children, and help maintain a safe, welcoming classroom environment. You’ll work closely with a dedicated team and engage families to keep everyone connected to the program.

Ideal candidates bring at least 6 months of experience with young children, a warm, nurturing presence, and a willingness to participate in ongoing staff trainings and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months experience working with young children in a center-based setting.
• A warm, nurturing presence and genuine love for working with young children and families.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise and engage with children to ensure their safety, well-being, and joy throughout each day.
• Support the delivery of curriculum and daily routines under the direction of the Head and Assistant Teacher.
• Use positive guidance strategies that help children feel secure and ready to learn.
• Build genuine connections with children, families, and teammates.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, welcoming classroom environment.
• Assist with family engagement activities and help families feel connected to the program.
• Support documentation and file maintenance in accordance with program guidelines.
• Participate in staff trainings and agency events.

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Waterbury , CT 06704Job Description

At TEAM, Teacher’s Aides are an essential part of how we deliver on our promise to children and families. You’ll work alongside a dedicated classroom team — supported by education coordinators, behavioral health coordinators, disability specialists, family service workers, and health staff — to create an environment where every child has what they need to grow. This is a place where your contributions are noticed, your presence matters, and your potential has room to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Actively supervise and engage with children to ensure their safety, well-being, and joy throughout each day
• Support the delivery of curriculum and daily routines under the direction of the Head and Assistant Teacher
• Use positive guidance strategies that help children feel secure and ready to learn
• Build genuine connections with children, families, and teammates
• Help maintain a clean, organized, welcoming classroom environment
• Assist with family engagement activities and help families feel connected to the program
• Support documentation and file maintenance in accordance with program guidelines
• Participate in staff trainings and agency events

Why TEAM

• Supportive, team-oriented work culture – with fully resourced specialists to support child unique needs
• Beautiful, state-of-the-art classrooms focused on safety and innovation
• Competitive pay in the top tier of Connecticut early childhood compensation
• Structured step progression after 90 days
• 14 paid holidays
• Paid vacation, sick and personal time
• Life insurance
• 403(b) with 6% company match
• Paid professional development, training, and 1:1 coaching
• Significant opportunities for growth across our talented Early Childhood Team and Centers
• Be a part of our staff recognition events including full agency development/appreciation day (off-site), multiple staff functions (family picnic, year-end party), and national appreciations such as Teacher’s Day/Week, Week of the Young Child

QualificationsWhat You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6+ months working with young children in a center-based setting
• A warm, nurturing presence and genuine love for working with young children and families
• Knowledge of early childhood education a plus
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus