Early Childhood Education Teachers

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Cottontails Childcare & Learning Center is looking caring, nurturing, and energetic Early Childhood Education Teachers to join their premier preschool in Stamford, CT.

• These are Direct Hire positions with the school
• Full-time; Monday-Friday; year-round employment

Open Positions

• Lead Infant Teacher- working with children 3-months- to 15-months-old and the schedule can be flexible between 7:30am-6:00pm
• Lead Toddler Teacher- working with children 1- to 2-years-old and the schedule is 8:00am-5:00pm and 8:30am-5:30pm
• Lead Preschool Teacher- working with children 3- to 4-years-old and the schedule is 8:00am-5:00pm
• Infant Floater- working with children 3-months- to 15-months-old and the schedule can be flexible between 7:30am-6:00pm

Salary

• Lead Teachers: $20.00-$25.00/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience
• Floaters: $18.00-$22.00/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Free tuition for children (based on classroom openings)
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children
• Responsible for the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities and curriculum as well as the maintenance of educational portfolios
• Supervise and engage children in educational and play activities
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom
• Monitor and ensure the well-being of each child in your care
• Communicate with parents about their child's progress and any concerns
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a positive learning environment
• Participate in training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to enhance your skills and stay updated on best practices in early childhood education

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18-years-old
• REQUIRED Lead Preschool Teacher Education: Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or an education-related field
• REQUIRED Education for all other positions: HS Diploma or GED
• PREFERRED Experience: At least 2-years of experience working with children 3-months to 4-years-old in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations – for Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
• Must meet background check eligibility

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.