Classroom Floaters! Immediately Hiring, Waddler/Toddler and Preschool

Bristol Child Development Center is a non-profit child care agency located in Bristol, CT. We have two sites and serve infants from 12 weeks through preschoolers, age 5, and in the summer we offer a school-age program. We are state-funded through school readiness, CDC, and are NAEYC Accredited. Currently, we seek to hire qualified Teaching Assistants with a love for teaching in the early childhood field. The assistant teacher supports the teacher in developing, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate practices for children which meet their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs to ensure school readiness. 

• Create a pleasant, inviting classroom atmosphere in which children feel comfortable and secure.
• Ensure the safety of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, proper maintenance of equipment.
• Assists & supports teacher in designing and implementing indoor and outdoor learning environments that engage the total development of each child while addressing the individual needs of the children in the group
• Participates in team-teaching approach within the classroom by collaborating in developing and implementing lesson plans along with documenting children's development and growth.
• Assists & supports teacher in planning individual and group activities to stimulate growth in all areas of development.
• Assists in plans and implements the curriculum which meets individual needs of children throughout the year.
• Shares responsibility with teacher in evaluating the needs and progress of children using methods of developmental assessments and screening including, but not limited to, cognitive development assessments, observations, and anecdotal records to implement educational plans during the year.
• Shares responsibility with the teacher in maintaining written records designed to evaluate each individual child as well as the class as a whole.
• In the absence of the teacher, assume designated responsibilities as assigned.
• Works with staff, parents, and other professionals to integrate services to benefit the child.
• Maintain an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and each child's family.
• Encourage parental involvement in the program.
• Assist in maintaining parent contacts through progress reports, parent conferences, daily and weekly classroom reporting methods, newsletters, and personal contact.
• Maintain a healthy and safe learning environment for children following DPH & NAEYC guidelines.
• Works in conjunction with the teacher and consultants to provide educational instructions within the classroom.
• Acts as a role model to other staff promoting a harmonious environment for staff and children.
• Contribute to the operation of the center by participating in staff meetings and sharing information gained through attendance at workshops and professional development.
• In collaboration with the administrative team assist in setting program goals and strategic planning.
• Report issues and/or incidents concerning children, parents or staff to the administrative staff.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Follows the centers abuse and neglect policy for reporting suspected abuse.
• Physically able and willing to interact with children in the indoor and outdoor environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Educational Qualifications

In school, or possesses a minimum of a Child Development Credential (CDA) and at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Education, an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, or a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with a minimum of 12 credits in Early Childhood Education.

Experience and Training

• At least one year of experience in an early childhood setting.
• First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to complete required courses
• Medication and Epi-pen certification or willingness to complete required training

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in situations and flexibility in accommodating individual needs/skills for each child.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work with parents, staff, and community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a center environment, and actively participate in physical activities with children.
• Must be energetic and physically agile. Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing light objects, and lifting children.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Vision and hearing corrected to normal
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing fluently in English.

Other Requirements:

• Required to undergo a criminal and Department of Children and Families background check per the Office of Early Childhood's state licensing requirements.
• Statement of good health from personal physician including documentation of a negative tuberculosis test. 

First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to complete required courses

Medication and Epi-pen certification or willingness to complete required training

We offer excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K, and short/long term disability and are an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $17 - $20