Full Time Toddler Room Assistant: The Toddler Room at SDC provides nurturing, quality care for children ages 18 months to Three Years old. Responsibilities include caring for the basic needs of toddlers, providing a calm, nurturing space for them to grow and learn and take direction from the lead teacher.
We are looking for a positive and flexible person to be part of our team! Experience and education in the field Early Childhood/Day Care preferred but not required. Pay is based on education and experience.
Assist in planning weekly lesson plans and goal plans
Assist in classroom record keeping
Fill out and send home daily activity forms
Organize materials needed for daily activities/clean up after these activities
Plan, organize and carry out an afternoon activity for the group
Assist in meal times (warm foods, get drinks, clean eating area after each use).
Help plan and construct bulletin boards
Assist in planning and practicing for the annual holiday concert and the end of the year program
Assist in toileting for those that are using the toilet and changing diapers/pull ups/underwear when the children aren’t fully trained
Attend monthly staff meetings
Attend State required Continuing Education Courses. Number of courses depends on the number of hours worked yearly.
Perform other duties as assigned
Physical Conditions:
You must be able to walk, stand, run(after children), bend, squat, sit in small chairs.
You must be able to play outside with children in both warm and cold weather
You must be able to change diapers,clean children and assist in using the restroom
You must be able to take walks
You must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
*Must have an enthusiastic, patient, kind and creative attitude.
*Must have a strong desire to work in the Early Childhood Education field.
*Must be able to be a team player and work well with fellow teachers.
*Must be able to pass a CT background check
*High School Diploma or GED required
*Course work or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
*Experience in a similar childcare setting preferred
*Paid Time Off
*Paid Vacation Time
*Health Insurance Stipend
*Free Tuition for staff children(when space is available)