Daycare Assistant Teacher

Building Blocks Early Learning Center•East Granby, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US is hiring an Assistant Teacher to help create a safe, nurturing, organized, and sustainable learning environment where children can grow, explore, and thrive. The Assistant Teacher supports the Certified Teacher with learning experiences, classroom organization, child supervision, and respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. The role incorporates Sustainable Education® principles, including resource conservation, awareness of the natural environment, and mindful consumption, 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 involves an active classroom setting, regular interaction with children, families, and team members, and movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces. Employees must complete a background check 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 support the Certified Teacher effectively.
Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.
Ability to transition between sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day.
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.
Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and 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 emergency situations and follow and model safety procedures.
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 in implementing daily lesson plans and learning experiences that support whole-child development and introduce age-appropriate sustainability concepts.
Maintain a clean, organized, and environmentally responsible classroom by following sustainable routines for materials, storage, and resource use.
Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor experiences.
Act as a mandated reporter in accordance with state law, recognizing, documenting, and immediately reporting suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment.
Support individual developmental needs and nurture children’s understanding of caring for themselves, others, and the environment.
Greet families and assist with sustainable communication practices, including digital updates and consistent messaging directed by the Certified Teacher.
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.
Comprehensive 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.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential resources and support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
Pet insurance and other lifestyle and fringe benefit programs.