Early Education Teacher Assistant-School Support

About Us

Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a community-focused approach to early childhood education. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative team member who will support our mission as a Teacher Assistant.

• Classroom Support
  • Assist the Teacher Associate in implementing daily lesson plans and learning experiences that support whole-child development and introduce age-appropriate sustainability concepts.
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and environmentally responsible classroom environment by following sustainable routines related to materials, storage, and resource use.
  • Key Performance Indicators
    • Complete assigned classroom tasks daily.
    • Maintain zero major safety incidents annually.
    • Achieve positive feedback from the certified teacher and classroom observations.
• Child Supervision and Development
  • Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor experiences that encourage exploration and connection with nature.
  • Serve as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state law, documenting and reporting any suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment.
  • Support individual developmental needs and nurture children’s understanding of caring for themselves, others, and the environment.
  • Key Performance Indicators
    • Ensure 100 percent adherence to child safety protocols.
    • Document observations for at least 90 percent of assigned children each month.
• Family Interaction
  • Greet families warmly and assist with sustainable communication practices such as digital updates.
  • Participate in family engagement events that may include sustainability-themed activities or community learning opportunities.
  • Key Performance Indicators
    • Respond to delegated parent inquiries within 24 hours.
    • Participate in at least two family engagement events per year.
• Professional Development
  • Attend all required training sessions and maintain certifications related to early childhood education, safety, and sustainable practices.
  • Collaborate with the teaching team to enhance classroom systems, curriculum, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Key Performance Indicators
    • Complete 100 percent of annual training requirements.
    • Participate in at least one professional development activity per quarter.

• Cultivate a classroom community that emphasizes curiosity, responsibility, and care for one another and the world.
• Integrate sustainable education principles into daily practices such as resource conservation, environmental awareness, and mindful consumption.
• Maintain safe, well‑organized, and developmentally supportive learning spaces and strengthen communication, collaboration, and family partnerships.
• Promote continuous professional learning grounded in sustainability and high‑quality early education.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of the following:
  Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level 1 or 2; CDA plus 12 months experience;
  State Board–approved Human Services Program Certificate plus 12 months experience;
  Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals or Vermont After school Essentials Certificate plus 12 months experience; a 3-credit college course in child/human development or school‑age education plus 12 months experience.
• Experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development and classroom safety standards.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and support the Certified Teacher effectively.

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience or interest in sustainability, environmental education, or eco‑conscious classroom practices.

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