Toddler Teacher: Impactful Early Learning & Full Benefits

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc.; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare 75% covered with additional

Paid time off

13 paid holidays

Professional development assistance

Retirement program

Tuition and licensure reimbursements

Dependent care savings

Fringe benefit offerings

Job summary

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. in Danbury is seeking full-time Toddler Teachers for our Early Learning Programs serving 18‑month to 3‑year‑olds. You will plan weekly activities, document progress, and collaborate with a co-teacher to support young learners and their families.

The role requires CDA or 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education; an associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged and a CT background check is required.

Qualifications

• CDA Certification or 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Psychology preferred.
• Ability to pass the CT Office of Early Childhood Background Check (BCIS).
• Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Plan weekly lesson plans for a classroom of 8 toddlers (18-36 months).
• Support 8 students alongside a co-teacher.
• Document observations using Teaching Strategies Gold with Creative Curriculum.
• Enhance language development through LENA technology.
• Receive support from a classroom aid and a Family Advocate.
• Communicate routines with parents via Procare Software and Remind.
• Curriculum support and coaching provided by education coaches.
• Program supports offered through a team of specialists in early childhood education, social services, health & nutrition.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

CDA Certification or 12 College Credits in Early Childhood Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related

Job description

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. in Danbury is seeking full-time Toddler Teachers for our Early Learning Programs serving 18‑month to 3‑year‑olds. You will plan weekly activities, document progress, and collaborate with a co-teacher to support young learners and their families.

The role requires CDA or 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education; an associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged and a CT background check is required.