Teacher Preschool/Infant/Toddler FT, PT, Substitute

About the role

The Family Centers’ Early Care and Education program seeks passionate, professional educators to join our early childhood education team. We are seeking full-time, part-time, and substitute pre-school teachers to work onsite in our preschools and/or infant & toddler centers. For part time positions, flexible morning and afternoon shifts are available, with after-school opportunities for eligible high school or college students. Clarification of desired teaching position and best fit discussed in interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-day/full-year care and education for young children ages six weeks to five years
• Implement the highest quality pre-school education and development opportunities based on the curriculum, goals, and objectives
• Facilitate each child’s individual growth and language acquisition and cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and creative domains
• Work in collaboration with other staff members to ensure a supportive and inclusive environment for all children and families
• Participate in on-the-job training and professional development opportunities

Requirements

• Varies depending on position
• A high school diploma or earned or working towards an Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or similar)
• Candidates with a Child Development Associate certification (CDA) preferred
• Experience working with young children
• Enthusiasm for learning and a passion for early education
• Able to lift and move 25 pounds on a regular basis and is occasionally able to lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Bilinguality is a plus

Qualifications

• Varies depending on position
• A high school diploma or earned or working towards an Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or similar)
• Candidates with a Child Development Associate certification (CDA) preferred
• Experience working with young children
• Enthusiasm for learning and a passion for early education
• Able to lift and move 25 pounds on a regular basis and is occasionally able to lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Bilinguality is a plus

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of child development theories and practices
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities
• Passion for early childhood education

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, and tax-free spending accounts
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance to eligible staff
• Employee assistance plan
• Pet insurance
• Critical accident and illness coverage
• Wellness services
• Tuition reimbursement
• Roth IRA matching
• Retirement savings

Pay

Salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible morning and afternoon shifts are available, with after-school opportunities for eligible high school or college students.

Family Centers

Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering health, education, and human service programs to children, adults, and families in Fairfield County. Our team includes 300 professionals and over 500 trained volunteers who collaborate to provide our communities with responsive and innovative services. Through our comprehensive network of services, more than 26,000 children, adults, families, and communities receive the care, encouragement, and resources they need to realize their potential.

Rewards

• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, and tax-free spending accounts
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance to eligible staff
• Employee assistance plan
• Pet insurance
• Critical accident and illness coverage
• Wellness services
• Tuition reimbursement
• Roth IRA matching
• Retirement savings

About Family Centers

Family Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as indicated in applicable federal and/or state laws. We are a United Way, Community Fund of Darien and New Canaan Community Foundation partner agency and a member of the Connecticut Council of Family Service Agencies and the Alliance for Children and Families.