Infant & Toddler Assistant Teacher

PRECIOUS MEMORIES CHILD CARE L

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Full-time

Highlights

The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in providing safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for children birth to 2½ years old. CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBridgeport, CT
Job TypeFull-time

Description

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Infant & Toddler Assistant Teacher


The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in providing safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for children birth to 2½ years old.


Qualifications


  • CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.

  • 2 years of infant/toddler experience preferred.

  • Knowledge of child development and positive guidance.

  • CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain.

  • Must meet state licensing and background check requirements.

  • Professional appearance required; visible facial piercings are not permitted during work hours.

Responsibilities


  • Assist with curriculum, activities, and daily classroom routines.

  • Maintain active supervision and ensure children's safety.

  • Support feeding, diapering, toileting, naps, and transitions.

  • Promote children's social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.

  • Maintain a clean and organized classroom.

  • Communicate respectfully with families and staff.

  • Complete required documentation and follow program and licensing requirements.

  • Attend required meetings and training.

  • Work cooperatively with the Lead Teacher and administration.

Physical Requirements


  • Lift children up to 40 pounds.

  • Bend, kneel, sit, stand, and participate in indoor/outdoor activities.

Schedule


  • Full-time; reliable attendance and punctuality required.

  • Bilingual skills preferred.


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