Afternoon Assistant Teacher - Preschool

Description

CIFC's Norwalk Early Learning Programs are looking to hire multiple Afternoon Assistant Teachers - 2:45 - 5:45 PM shift

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 assistantin 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.

Afternoon Assistant Teacher works 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 / Part-Time (Hourly)
• •Status: Non-Exempt
• •Directly Supervises: None

Requirements

• •18+ years old, required.
• •Entry level position; previous babysitting or childcare experience is preferred.
• •Basic computer experience is required (i.e. email, word processing, internet navigation).
• •Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
• •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.
• •Early Childhood Education Credits are preferred

Health Requirements:

• •Recent documentation free of communicable diseases (i.e. TB and COVID); and
• •Recent fit for duty examination.
• •Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Competitive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and employee assistance program.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled