Preschool Classroom Aid / CDA Specialist

Preschool Classroom Aid / CDA Specialist Danbury, CT Job Details Full-time $16.35 - $16.69 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Computer operation Spanish Word processing Computer literacy English High school diploma or GED Curriculum implementation Toddler care Portuguese Associate's degree Child Development Associate Certification Entry level Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.

Description:

CIFC's Danbury Early Learning Programs are looking to fill the position of Child Development Associate (CDA) Specialist.

Summary:

The position is responsible for assisting 1-2 classrooms in planning and implementing classroom routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for pre-school and/or infant toddler children (ages 6 months-5 years). This position serves as the aid in a classroom of 14 to 20 Head Start /Preschool children and/or 7-8 Infant/Toddler children. This position is chiefly responsible to assist in the core functions of the Head Start program and performs other tasks as needed. CDA Specialists work under the direction of 1-2 assigned Lead Teacher(s) and is supervised by the Education Services Professional.

Unit:

Early Learning Immediate Supervisor:

Education Services Professional Classification:

Standard / Full Time (1.0 FTE) or Part-Time (Hourly)

Schedule:

9:45 AM-5:45 PM or 2:45-5:45 PM (Monday - Friday)

Status:

Non-Exempt Directly Supervises:

None Requirements:

18+ years old, required. Entry level position; previous babysitting or childcare experience is preferred. Basic computer experience is required (i.e. email, word processing, internet navigation). Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants with multiple language capabilities (English, Spanish, and/or Portuguese) are preferred. Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required (completed or currently enrolled). Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate or a commitment to obtain a CDA within 1 year of employment is required (paid by the employer) is required. Early Childhood Education Credits are preferred; and/or Associate and/or Bachelor degrees are preferred.

Health Requirements:

Recent fit for duty Health examination. Ability to lift 40 lbs. Competitive compensation, plus comprehensive fringe benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, health, dental, vision coverage and retirement program.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled CIFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Provider.

Compensation details:

16.35-16.69 Hourly Wage PIdba523b5987b-25404-38093584