Child Care Assistant Teacher

Heartworks Early Education•Shelburne, VT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support a Certified Teacher and help create a safe, nurturing, organized, and sustainable learning environment. The role supports meaningful learning experiences and whole-child development, introduces age-appropriate sustainability concepts, and fosters respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. The educational approach, Sustainable Education®, connects research with daily practice to support children’s development and lifelong learning. The school operates year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school graduate or completion of a GED.
Meet at least one of the following Vermont qualification pathways: Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level One or Two Certificate; current CDA plus at least 12 months of experience working with groups of children in grade three or younger; State Board of Education-approved Human Services Program Certificate emphasizing child development or early childhood education plus at least 12 months of such experience; successful completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course or Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate plus at least 12 months of such experience; or successful completion of a three-credit college course in child or human development or school-age care and education plus at least 12 months of such experience.
Complete a background check required by the Department of Early Education and Care.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 75 percent of the workday and move throughout the school for prolonged periods.
Ability to transition among 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, engage at a child’s eye level, 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 movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Ability to supervise children in classrooms, playgrounds, hallways, entryways, and common areas and respond quickly and safely to emergencies.

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, including sustainable routines for materials, storage, and resource use.
Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor experiences.
Act as a mandated reporter, recognizing, documenting, and immediately reporting suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment in accordance with state law.
Support individual developmental needs and help children learn to care for themselves, others, and the environment.
Greet families and assist with communication practices 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.

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 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 offering confidential mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal support resources.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
Pet insurance and other lifestyle and fringe benefits.