Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

New England Jewish Academy, located in West Hartford, CT, is seeking an assistant for its growing Early Childhood division. We are a close-knit group of educators who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our students. We are looking for someone who is patient, caring, and has a love for teaching. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in an Early Childhood position or have a degree in a related field.

The assistant will:

• Be responsible for aiding in the overall supervision of a group of preschool children and perform activities that ensure the safety, involvement, and creativity of each individual in the group.

• Work cooperatively with the lead teachers in the preparation and implementation of daily plans in accordance with the current curriculum and ECC standards

• Be available to conduct daily small-group activities for an assigned group of children

• Assume responsibility for a classroom as necessary

• Collect required anecdotes and information for required ongoing assessments

• Observe and/or participate in parent-teacher conferences

• Provide coverage for breaks for other staff members

• Supervise daily lunch and playground activities, field trips, and walks

• Promote individualized attention for children

• Acquire knowledge of and support the current curriculum in the classroom

• Support the mission and values of the school

The ideal candidate will possess personal attributes needed to develop trusting relationships with children and adults and be a flexible and responsible member of the team.

New England Jewish Academy is a caring, nurturing, and forward-thinking school. The work environment is collaborative, with teacher input playing a significant role in all aspects of the school. The school provides solid training, mentorship, and progressive professional development for our teachers. Please email resumes to positions.