Preschool Classroom Aid / CDA Specialist

Connecticut Institute For Communities • Danbury, CT

32d • $17

About The Position

CIFC's Danbury Early Learning Programs are looking to fill the position of Child Development Associate (CDA) Specialist. Summary: The position is responsible for assisting 1-2 classrooms in planning and implementing classroom routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for pre-school and/or infant toddler children (ages 6 months-5 years). This position serves as the aid in a classroom of 14 to 20 Head Start /Preschool children and/or 7-8 Infant/Toddler children. This position is chiefly responsible to assist in the core functions of the Head Start program and performs other tasks as needed. CDA Specialists work under the direction of 1-2 assigned Lead Teacher(s) and is supervised by the Education Services Professional. Unit: Early Learning Immediate Supervisor: Education Services Professional Classification: Standard / Full Time (1.0 FTE) or Part-Time (Hourly) Schedule: 9:45 AM-5:45 PM or 2:45-5:45 PM (Monday - Friday) Status: Non-Exempt Directly Supervises: None

Requirements

• 18+ years old, required.
• Basic computer experience is required (i.e. email, word processing, internet navigation).
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required (completed or currently enrolled).
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate or a commitment to obtain a CDA within 1 year of employment is required (paid by the employer) is required.
• Recent fit for duty Health examination.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• previous babysitting or childcare experience is preferred.
• Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
• Applicants with multiple language capabilities (English, Spanish, and/or Portuguese) are preferred.
• Early Childhood Education Credits are preferred; and/or Associate and/or Bachelor degrees are preferred.

Responsibilities

• assisting 1-2 classrooms in planning and implementing classroom routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for pre-school and/or infant toddler children (ages 6 months-5 years)
• assist in the core functions of the Head Start program
• performs other tasks as needed

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, plus comprehensive fringe benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, health, dental, vision coverage and retirement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED