Child Care Assistant Toddler Teacher

Building Blocks Early Learning Center•Wilton, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support a safe, nurturing, organized, and sustainable learning environment for young children. The role supports the Certified Teacher in implementing meaningful learning experiences, maintaining an eco-minded classroom, and building respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Guided by the Sustainable Education® approach and the HONOR values—Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition—the Assistant Teacher contributes to children’s development and lifelong learning. The school operates year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Assistant Teacher supports lesson plans and whole-child development, introduces age-appropriate sustainability concepts, supervises children throughout the day, and helps maintain safe and developmentally supportive spaces. The position also involves family communication and engagement, required training and certifications, and collaboration with the teaching team on classroom systems, curriculum, and sustainability initiatives. 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 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.
Ability to supervise children across playgrounds, classrooms, hallways, entryways, and common areas, and to respond quickly and safely to urgent needs.
Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
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.
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.
Recognize, document, and immediately report suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment as a mandated reporter under state law.
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 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 sessions and maintain certifications related to early childhood education, safety, and sustainable practices.
Collaborate with the teaching team to enhance classroom systems, curriculum, and sustainability initiatives.
Follow and model safety procedures, and respond safely to emergencies such as evacuations and drills.

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.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
Pet insurance.
Additional lifestyle and fringe benefit programs.