Early Childhood - Assistant Teacher

$33,280 - $37,440/Yr

Little Angels Workshop - Hartford, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Hartford, CT

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Teacher plays a crucial role in supporting the Teachers and the Director in creating a nurturing and safe environment for children. This position involves assisting in educational activities, fostering positive relationships with children and parents, and ensuring the implementation of developmentally appropriate programs under the guidance of the Teacher and Director.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Must earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) (training would be provided)
• High energy and ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification (training would be provided).
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Holiday pay
• Spring, winter and summer break
• Bonuses
• Discounted child care
• Professional development
• Sick time
• Vacation time