Assistant Teacher (AA/AS Level)|Full Time

Catholic Charities•Hartford, CT

17d

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher provides supervision, guidance, and support to children. The role works with the teacher to develop learning experience plans and implement activities, while supporting children’s social and emotional development. The Assistant Teacher maintains a healthy, safe, and organized learning environment, communicates and collaborates with families, and participates in workshops, conferences, and continuing education to strengthen knowledge and skills. Opportunities are available to pursue a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or a college degree.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience working with unrelated children for 3–5 years.
Willingness to enroll in a CDA program leading to a Child Development Associate credential or pursue higher education, if not already achieved.
Be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

Implement learning experience plans.
Promote students’ health, safety, and well-being through a consistent schedule.
Assist with completion of daily reports.
Maintain a healthy, safe, and organized learning environment.
Communicate and collaborate with families.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences.
Participate in continuing education.
Support social and emotional development.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Long-term disability insurance
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions for eligible employees
Training and development opportunities
Paid time off, including 14 holidays, vacation, and sick time
Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential counseling for employees and their immediate family members