Before & After School Teacher / K1 Childcare Support

Before & After School Teacher / K-1 Childcare Support Easton Community Center

• 2.8 Easton, CT Job Details Part-time $19
• $21 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid training Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications School experience CPR Certification First Aid Certification Working with students Camp Full Job Description Before & After School Teacher / K-1 Childcare Support Easton Community Center Before & After School Program Fairfield, CT | Part-Time | $19
• 21/hour based on experience Job Summary The Easton Community Center is hiring caring, dependable, and experienced childcare professionals to support our Before and After School Program at our Fairfield elementary school sites.

This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in childcare, early childhood, school-age care, preschool, kindergarten support, or OEC-licensed programs. We are especially looking for staff who are comfortable working with our younger students in Kindergarten and Grade 1 , helping them feel safe, supported, and engaged during the before and after school hours. Our K-1 students need warm, patient, structured adults who understand routines, transitions, emotional support, group management, and age-appropriate activities. If you love working with younger children and want to be part of a positive, family-centered program, we would love to meet you. Why Join ECC? At the Easton Community Center, we take pride in creating a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for children and families. Our staff work together as a team, support one another, and help build a program where children are excited to come each day. This is a great opportunity for experienced childcare workers, preschool staff, paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, retired educators, college students studying education, or anyone with strong experience working with young children.

Schedule Options Morning Shift:

7:00 AM

• 9:00

AM, Monday-Friday Afternoon Shift:

3:00 PM

• 6:00 PM, Monday-Friday Earlier Afternoon Shift at

One Site:

One of our program sites begins at 2:30 PM , so some afternoon shifts may be 2:30 PM

• 6:00 PM .

Applicants may work mornings, afternoons, or both, depending on availability and program needs. Responsibilities Provide direct supervision and care for children in Kindergarten and Grade 1. Create a warm, nurturing, and structured environment for younger students. Help children transition safely from school day routines into program activities. Support children with social-emotional development, conflict resolution, and positive behavior choices. Lead or assist with age-appropriate games, crafts, enrichment, and group activities. Maintain active supervision at all times. Communicate professionally with children, families, school staff, and ECC leadership. Follow all program policies, safety procedures, and licensing expectations. Complete written documentation when needed, including incident or behavior reports. Participate in required staff meetings and trainings. Qualifications Experience working in childcare, preschool, kindergarten, school-age care, camp, tutoring, mentoring, or education. Experience in an OEC-licensed childcare or school-age program is strongly preferred. Understanding of child development, especially with younger school-age children. Strong classroom/group management skills. Patient, kind, dependable, and professional. Ability to work as part of a team. CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certification preferred, but training opportunities may be available.

Job Details Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$19.00

• 21.

00 per hour, based on experience and certifications

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, before and/or after school

Work Location:

Multiple Fairfield elementary school sites

Start Date:

Paid training and onboarding begin during the last two weeks of August. The first official day of program work is September 1. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is someone who can balance warmth and structure. Our youngest students need staff who are patient, attentive, playful, and confident. If you have experience helping children feel safe, included, and successful, this role may be a great fit. Apply Today Join the Easton Community Center Before and After School Program and help create a positive, safe, and memorable experience for children and families in our community.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$19.00

• $21.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person