Heavenly gift childcare center
Under 3 year old Teacher
Thomaston, CT
Full Time
Infant / Toddler (0–2)Preschool (3–5)
Center-based
Will Support Obtaining CDA
Salary
$17 – $19/Hr
Job Type
Full Time
Role
Lead Teacher
Setting
Center-based
Credential
Will Support Obtaining CDA
About This Role
About This Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Under 3 year old Teacher to join an early childhood program in Thomaston, CT. In this role, you will provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers, fostering their early social, emotional, and cognitive development.
What You`ll Do
- Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate daily activities and learning experiences for children under three years old.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and healthy classroom environment while supervising children at all times.
- Communicate consistently and professionally with parents regarding their child’s daily progress and developmental milestones.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of professional experience working with infants and toddlers in a licensed childcare setting.
- CPR and First Aid certifications or willingness to obtain them upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Current Connecticut Early Childhood Teacher Credential or CDA in Infant/Toddler development.
- Training in positive behavioral guidance and primary caregiving systems.
What You'll Do
Responsibilities
- Develop a careful and creative program suitable for Toddler children
- Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children
- Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
- Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
- Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)
- Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
- Track children’s progress and report to parents
- Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche
- Collaborate with other educators
- Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards
Skills
- Good understanding of the principles of child development and Toddler educational methods
- Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
- Good communication and instructional skills
- Ability to act as mediator between children
- Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
- Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen
Requirements
Requirement
- 2 years experience working as under 3 years children teacher.
- Associate degree in early childhood education or relevant field is preferred
- Highschool diploma is required.
- Certification in child First aid and CPR is preferred
Nice to Have
- Certification in child First aid and CPR is preferred
- Head Teacher Certificate
- Associate degree in early childhood education or relevant field is preferred
- Highschool diploma is required.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Sick Leave
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Child Care Discount
- Professional Development
- Flexible Schedule
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
None required but we will support obtaining CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Under 3 year old Teacher role pays $17 to $19/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Heavenly gift childcare center located?
Heavenly gift childcare center is located at 14 Park Street, Thomaston, CT
$17 – $19/Hr
Heavenly gift childcare center · Thomaston, CT
Job type
Full Time
Role
Lead Teacher
Age group
Infant / Toddler (0–2), Preschool (3–5)
Posted
12 days ago
Reference #
181,642