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

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$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