Assistant Preschool Teacher

Building Blocks Early Learning Center • Middletown, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US is seeking a proactive, collaborative Assistant Teacher to help provide a safe, nurturing, and sustainable learning environment. The Assistant Teacher supports the Certified Teacher in implementing meaningful learning experiences, maintaining an organized and eco-minded classroom, and fostering respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. The role incorporates Sustainable Education® principles into everyday classroom routines and is guided by the company’s HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition.

The school operates year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The position is based in an active classroom, with movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces and regular interaction with children, families, and team members. Employees must complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development and classroom safety standards.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and effectively support the Certified Teacher.
• Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75% of the workday.
• Ability to transition among sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to sit on the floor and participate in age-appropriate activities, including light running and outdoor play supervision.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and regular movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Ability to supervise children in classrooms, playgrounds, hallways, entryways, and common areas.
• Ability to respond quickly and safely in emergencies, including evacuations and drills.
• Completion of a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience or interest in sustainability, environmental education, or eco-conscious classroom practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Certified Teacher with daily lesson plans and learning experiences that support whole-child development and introduce age-appropriate sustainability concepts.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and environmentally responsible classroom, using sustainable routines for materials, storage, and resource use.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor experiences.
• Act as a Mandated Reporter under state law, recognizing, documenting, and immediately reporting suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment.
• Support children’s individual developmental needs and nurture their understanding of caring for themselves, others, and the environment.
• Greet families and assist with communication practices directed by the Certified Teacher, including digital updates and consistent messaging.
• Participate in family engagement events, which may include sustainability-themed activities or community learning opportunities.
• Attend required training and maintain certifications related to early childhood education, safety, and sustainable practices.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to improve classroom systems, curriculum, and sustainability initiatives.
• Follow and model safety procedures and respond appropriately to emergencies, drills, and urgent classroom needs.

Benefits

• Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on the first day of employment.
• Free First Stop Health membership with 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an annual discretionary employer match contribution.
• Optional life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and the CHILD Conference.
• Paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.
• Additional lifestyle and fringe benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED