Early Childhood - Teacher Aide/Educator
About This Role
Based in Jewett City, this support staff member opening at Little Log School House pays $17.50 – $18/Hr and requires completed early childhood education (ECE) college credits.
The Educator / Teacher Aid helps the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
- Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
- Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
- Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
- Follow all center policies and state regulations.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
- Prefer 1-2 years of professional childcare experience.
- High energy.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- An understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
- Be available to work 12pm-6pm 2 days a week
- Work 15-30 hours a week
Nice to Have
First Aid Certification
CPR
Epi Pen training
Medication Certification
12 credits in Early childhood Education or more
Experience working with Naeyc accredited sites
1 or 2 years' experience working in a childcare setting.
Benefits
Will consider someone in training for Early childhood education.
Willing to work around scheduled classes.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires some ECE Credits.
What does this position pay?
This Early Childhood - Teacher Aide/Educator role pays $17.50 to $18/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Part Time.
Where is Little Log School House located?
Little Log School House is located at 242 Bitgood Road, Jewett City, CT