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Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc.

Preschool Classroom Aid / CDA Specialist. Job in Danbury Gr8Jobs

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Pay: $16.35–$16.69/hr
Posted: 6 weeks ago
Location: Danbury, CT (Onsite)
Last Updated: 3 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/23/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$39,399 / year median in Connecticut

+11% projected growth

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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 PI6a8194e652b0-3584