Preschool Assistant Teacher

Preschool Teacher Assistant Trinity College Community Child Center is seeking a qualified, full-time Preschool Teacher Assistant to join our dynamic team of Early Childhood Educators. Our Teacher Assistants work on a team with two full-time Teacher Assistants and a Lead Teacher in a classroom with 18 children to provide a curriculum that both nurtures and stimulates a child’s development. We are located on the beautiful Trinity College campus and our children join us from the Trinity community, Hartford, and outlying towns.

Trinity College Community Child Center is seeking a qualified, full-time Preschool Teacher Assistant to join our dynamic team of Early Childhood Educators. Our Teacher Assistants work on a team with two full-time Teacher Assistants and a Lead Teacher in a classroom with 18 children to provide a curriculum that both nurtures and stimulates a child’s development. We are located on the beautiful Trinity College campus and our children join us from the Trinity community, Hartford, and outlying towns.

• flexible hours
• 45 minute paid lunch break
• teaching team of 3
• quality program that focuses on social emotional development and wellness

Qualified candidates must have:

• At least one year experience working with this age group (children 3 to 5 years) in a childcare center
• A current CDA/12 credits in Early Childhood Education OR Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift paid 45 minute lunch break.
• Monday to Friday
• Serve as a mandated reporter.
• Fulfill all mandates and obligations as laid out by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood and The City of Hartford Department of Children, Families Youth and Recreation.
• Observe and follow all TC4 policies and procedures.
• Perform daily site safety checks (classroom, playground, etc.) prior to children entering, correct any issues, and notify the Administrative Team of items requiring follow-up.
• Carry out best practices as developed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and observe its Code of Ethical Conduct.

Qualified candidates must have:

• At least one year experience working with this age group (children 3 to 5 years) in a childcare center
• A current CDA/12 credits in Early Childhood Education OR Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person

Present proof of a recent physical and negative TB test results (less than 1 year before hire and every two years thereafter for physical)

• Pediatric CPR/First Aid
• Administration of Emergency Medication, Epi Pen

• medical insurance
• vision plan
• free dental insurance
• discounted childcare
• paid time off
• sick time

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance