Teacher - Preschool

Summary

Location: Onsite, Multiple locations in Stamford, CT

Job Type: Full-time; 35–40 hours weekly depending on location (schedules are typically early mornings to mid-afternoons).

Length of Work Year: 51 weeks

Salary Range: $22.50-27.25–X/hour (rates are based on education and total college credits specific to Early Childhood Education, as per union contract)

About You: You are an energetic and collaborative educator who brings creativity, consistency, and empathy to your classroom. You are eager to build strong partnerships with families and colleagues and to continue growing your skills in an environment that values high-quality teaching and teamwork.

Duties

• Plan and implement curriculum that supports children’s development and learning.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment.
• Partner and communicate regularly with families and caregivers.
• Document and assess children’s progress through observations and standardized tools.
• Collaborate with co-teachers, support staff, and administrators.
• Supervise Assistant Teachers, Aides, and Substitutes.
• Implement and annually review CLC operating policies, plans, and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum: CDA plus 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education 
• Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education 

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Creative Curriculum, CT Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS), NAEYC Portfolio, OEC/Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards, and Teaching Strategies Gold (standardized assessment tool).
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice and assessment tools.
• A growth mindset and willingness to pursue professional development.
• Ability to foster family engagement by encouraging participation in classroom, center-wide, and community events.
• Levels of experience will be a key factor in candidate selection.

Benefits

At CLC, we support your well-being and career with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match (up to 4%)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance and Professional Development (including CDA support)
• CPR, First Aid, OSHA, and Medication Training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities

To learn more about CLC benefits, visit: www.clcfc.org

CLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace

Successful completion of background check and drug screening is required as a condition of hire.

About Us

Do you believe that high-quality early childhood education can shape a child’s future and strengthen entire communities? Are you passionate about working in a team-oriented environment where educators, healthcare providers, and family-service professionals collaborate to support every child’s growth? Are you driven to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging space where young children can learn, explore, and thrive?

If you’re a caring, dependable, and mission-driven early childhood professional, you may be a great fit for our team at CLC.

Established in 1902, CLC is the second-largest not-for-profit provider of Early Childhood Education in Connecticut. Our mission is to enrich the community by providing high-quality early childhood education and care programs for all families. Serving over 700 children across Early Head Start, Head Start, Child Development, and School Readiness programs in Stamford, we offer a collaborative and supportive environment for teachers and staff

To learn more about CLC please visit our website: http://www.clcfc.org/