About This Role
Based in Windsor, this support staff member opening at First Church Early Learning Cetner pays $16 – $17/Hr and requires the appropriate background.
As a vital member of our educational team, the Assistant Teacher plays a key role in creating a nurturing environment for our young learners and supporting the Teachers in their mission to deliver high-quality care and education. With a focus on fostering strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, this dynamic individual will help develop and implement engaging activities that meet the unique needs and interests of our students. Under the guidance of the Teacher and Director, the Assistant Teacher will be responsible for designing and executing developmentally appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth in our children.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Develop and lead engaging activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth in children.
- Ensure a safe, organized, and inviting classroom environment by managing materials and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and order.
- Model self-help and good hygiene behaviors to encourage healthy habits in our students.
- Streamline daily transitions between home and childcare center to ensure a seamless experience for our families.
- Adhere to all center policies and state regulations to maintain the highest standards of care and education.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in early childhood education through ongoing professional development and training.
Requirements
Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
Follow all center policies and state regulations.
Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
Nice to Have
A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a professional childcare setting.
High energy levels and a contagious enthusiasm for working with young children.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, children, and parents.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as basic computer skills to support administrative tasks.
A deep understanding of child development theory and practice.
Proven leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a track record of success in motivating and guiding teams.
Current certification in Infant/Child CPR and First Aid (training provided for those without certification).
Must successfully pass a full background check.
Must pass a health screening.
Benefits
Medical and Dental
Pension plan (paid by staff)
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
10 paid holidays
Paid week off in between Christmas and New Years
Paid professional development time/on site
Free childcare for staff children age 3-5
About First Church Early Learning Cetner
First Church Early Learning Center was established in 1956 and is NAEYC accredited. FCELC is comprised of 2 full day classrooms and a half day classroom, full day classrooms run 12 months a year and part day run during the school year only.
FCELC is looking for a positive, responsible, and adaptable individual to join our family. As a Lead Teacher at First Church Early Learning Center, this person would be expected to have effective classroom management, plan and implement an emergent curriculum, maintain Office of Early Childhood and NAEYC standards and communicate daily, as well as conferences 3 times per year and as needed, with parents.
Hours for this position may vary between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. The necessary hours for this position would be based on the enrollment in the classroom(s) as well as the needs of the school.
The ideal candidate would have 3-5 years previous experience as a Lead Teacher working with children aged 3-5 years of age in an NAEYC accredited/OEC licensed program. This person would be knowledgeable in using The Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS) and would be required to use them as an assessment/observation tool (3x per year) for the children at First Church. This candidate would also be responsible for creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans that focus on the individual developmental needs of the children we serve. Thie ideal candidate would also have experience managing classroom staff (teacher/assistant teacher)
Preference will be given to Early childhood professionals with:
A bachelor's degree in early childhood or a related field
or Associate degree in Early Childhood education
Fingerprinting and Background check required
CPR/First Aid/Medication Administration certificated preferred (training can be provided)
Please respond with your cover letter and resume. Serious applicants only please.
For further information, please contact Kate Bodmer at First Church Early Learning Center: 860-688-4597
Thank you
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least a high school diploma or equivalent
What does this position pay?
This Assistant Teacher role pays $16 to $17/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is First Church Early Learning Cetner located?
First Church Early Learning Cetner is located at 107 Palisado Avenue, Windsor, CT