Early Childhood Educator

The Nest Schools • Hamden, CT

23h • $17 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Build Your Career at The Nest Schools Hamden At The Nest Schools, we create meaningful learning experiences that help children grow, explore, and build a strong foundation for the future. We are seeking caring, dedicated early childhood educators who understand the important role they play in a child’s development. The Nest is not your average preschool center. We are a community of early childhood professionals who are valued, supported, and given opportunities to grow.

Requirements

• Previous daycare or childcare experience preferred
• Early Childhood Education experience or coursework preferred
• A passion for helping young children learn and grow
• A commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom
• Must be able to regularly lift, carry, push and pull a minimum of 20 pounds, including children and classroom materials, with or without reasonable accommodations

Responsibilities

• Create meaningful learning experiences that help children grow, explore, and build a strong foundation for the future.
• Understand the important role they play in a child’s development.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom.

Benefits

• Industry-leading pay and benefits
• Up to 50% off childcare, a value of up to $8,000 annually, space permitting
• Paid Early Childhood Education advancement opportunities
• Career guidance from experienced childcare professionals
• Nest University training and certificate programs
• Mentor programs for continued support and development
• Fun Day Mondays
• Employee Appreciation and Recognition Program
• Wellness Initiatives
• Staff events and off-site team-building activities
• Opportunities to connect with educators across the region and company
• Classroom materials and resources provided
• Clear opportunities for professional and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed