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Early Learning Center Teacher Assistant Infant/Toddler part time 1:30-5:30

Acquire4Hire, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112

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Early Learning Center Teacher Assistant Infant/Toddler part-time 1:30-5:30 Year‑round part‑time position. Monday–Friday 1:30–5:30 pm.

Summary Assist the Head Teacher in providing a supportive, respectful, safe, and healthy environment for children enrolled in YWCA Hartford Region Early Learning Centers. Facilitate activities that meet the developmental needs of a large group of early‑childhood learners.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and deliver classroom and outdoor curriculum to support each child’s physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.

Implement individual support plans and short–term and long–term goals for program improvement.

Maintain an orderly, safe, healthy, and inviting environment; provide positive guidance and redirection.

Assist with snack preparation, delivery, cleanup, and bathroom supervision.

Communicate calmly and responsively with parents and support staff, and assume daily classroom responsibilities when the Head Teacher is absent.

Follow OEC and YWCA protocols for child‑abuse reporting; complete developmental observations, incident reports, and necessary documentation within 24 hours.

Adhere to CACFP procedures, maintain confidentiality, and report injuries to site manager.

Participate in sanctuary training, other job‑related trainings, and stay current with best practices.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.

Demonstrated ability to develop age‑appropriate exhibits and activities; basic knowledge of child‑development principles.

Minimum 18 years of age.

CPR/First Aid certification, or obtain within 2 months of employment.

Schedule Part‑time; Monday–Friday 1:30–5:30 pm.

Key Competencies

Build professional relationships with staff, volunteers, and parents.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to personal and professional development.

Conflict resolution and promotion of a respectful workplace.

Benefits This is a non‑benefited position.

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