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Child Care Assistant Teacher Floater

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care · Ellington, CT · 1 wk ago
EducationFull-time

About the role

Build your career in early childhood education as a Teacher Assistant at BrightPath Kids, a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community. Join our diverse team of over 5,000 dedicated employees and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. No classroom experience? We provide paid training on all classroom procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.
  • Assist teachers with instruction in the classroom.
  • Decorate inside and outside of classrooms as needed.
  • Maintain a warm, safe, and clean environment that permits children to grow and explore.
  • Interact with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
  • Provide effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.
  • Work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care, according to NAEYC guidelines.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to multitask and remain organized.
  • Ability to work within regular operating hours (no evenings or weekends).
  • Must meet state criteria for child care employment.

Benefits

  • 60% child care discount for all employees.
  • 401(k) program with company match.
  • Professional development opportunities to support long-term career goals.
  • Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
  • 7 paid holidays for full-time staff.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time staff.
  • $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.

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