Child Care Assistant

Easterseals NH • Manchester, NH

36d • $17

About The Position

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? Do you enjoy working in an integrated-center based program? This could be a good fit for you! Working at Easterseals New Hampshire’s ECCEs is an exciting opportunity, as we are committed to providing high-quality, integrated child development services to children of all abilities. Our centers are National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredited and our teams make this work possible! Essential Responsibilities: Actively engage children in developmentally appropriate activities for the supervision and instruction of the individual or group. Interact with children at all times in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, while encouraging self-help. Assist in child observation, records keeping, and assessment. Promote and model good hygiene and nutrition. Assist in the daily and weekly maintenance of an organized, clean and well-equipped classroom. Adhere to all program and agency policies. Participate in ongoing staff development. Qualifications: Interest and experience in caring for young children Ability to communicate with colleagues, listen well, and work effectively with others Obtaining and maintaining New Hampshire Early Childhood Professional Development credential is preferred (See Addendum – Child Development Center, NH for NH Licensing requirements) Meet all NAEYC Accreditation criteria Hours: This is a Per-diem role Monday- Friday Compensation: $17.00 What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability PTO begins accruing on your first day! Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines. 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3% Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation To learn more about this role, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button below to submit your application. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our College Relations Manager, Racheal: https://calendly.com/eastersealsnh-racheal/15min Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Racheal at 603. 461.9086 or [email protected] EOE Ready to make a meaningful difference every day? Become part of a dynamic team dedicated to elevating all abilities, empowering lives, and fostering positive impact in the community. Join the Easterseals NH & VT family, where your passion meets purpose. Easterseals New Hampshire and Vermont elevates people of all abilities. We serve the diverse needs of approximately 18,000 children, adults, seniors, families, and veterans each year. We provide services across two states, and our programs cover areas like early intervention, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, adult day and in-home care, behavioral health, family-centered practices for child welfare, housing, and substance use disorders. We help people in New Hampshire and Vermont live their best lives. Joining Easterseals NH & VT presents an opportunity to gain valuable experience, advance your career, and make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our organization provides various benefits and programs designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Explore our offerings here. We are honored to be recognized as a NH Veteran-Friendly Business and a recovery-friendly workplace.

Requirements

• Interest and experience in caring for young children
• Ability to communicate with colleagues, listen well, and work effectively with others
• Meet all NAEYC Accreditation criteria

Nice To Haves

• Obtaining and maintaining New Hampshire Early Childhood Professional Development credential is preferred (See Addendum – Child Development Center, NH for NH Licensing requirements)

Responsibilities

• Actively engage children in developmentally appropriate activities for the supervision and instruction of the individual or group.
• Interact with children at all times in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, while encouraging self-help.
• Assist in child observation, records keeping, and assessment.
• Promote and model good hygiene and nutrition.
• Assist in the daily and weekly maintenance of an organized, clean and well-equipped classroom.
• Adhere to all program and agency policies.
• Participate in ongoing staff development.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
• PTO begins accruing on your first day!
• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice.
• For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.
• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed