Preschool Teacher
About This Role
Kent Community Nursery School in Kent, CT is seeking a qualified Preschool Teacher to work with Preschool (3–5) in a center-based environment. This position requires an active Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
Join Our Nursery School Team
Kent Community Nursery School (KCNS) seeks a full-time Teacher to join our team, starting in August 2026 (with the possibility of an earlier start). We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where children can explore and grow.
We're looking for a qualified professional who shares our passion for providing high-quality early childhood education. Our daily hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Creating a stimulating and safe environment for children, with a focus on outdoor play and exploration.
- Developing and implementing engaging lesson plans that cater to the needs of each child.
- Building strong relationships with children, parents, and staff, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Collaborating with colleagues to plan activities and develop curriculum.
- Assuming full responsibility for the children and program, including administrative tasks and report writing.
Requirements
Qualifications. The Teacher must have experience working with preschool-age children and enjoy working with children. The position requires one of two options:
Option 1
- An earned Associate's CDA (Child Development Associate) credential issued from the Council for Professional Recognition or at least 12 credits in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited higher education institution
- And over not less than a nine (9) month span of time: At least 1,080 hours of documented supervised experience working with children in a program that serves children under the age of 6 years.
Option 2
- A Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
- And at least three hundred and sixty (360) hours of documented supervised experience working with unrelated children under the age of 6 years and at least one semester of student teaching with children under the age of 6 years.
Required certifications are to be completed by the time the position begins:
- Child Care and CPR/First Aid Certification: Adult, Child, Infant, (renewed every 2 years)
- Administration of Medication Training for Childcare: Oral, topical, and inhalant medication, (renewed every 3 years)
- Administration of Medication Training for Childcare: Injectable medication, (renewed every year)
- CT Care 4 Kids Health and Safety Training,
- CT OEC Background Check, completed by the time the position begins (renewed at expiration)
- Medical Exam, (within a year)
We can help coordinate a training for the above-mentioned certifications and your time will be paid by KCNS to complete the required certifications.
Benefits
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires a CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Preschool Teacher role pays $20 to $22/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Kent Community Nursery School located?
Kent Community Nursery School is located at 6 Bridge Street, Kent, CT