Early Childhood Education Teacher Position Summary A leading early childhood education center in Stamford, Connecticut, is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Early Childhood Education Teacher to provide a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children. The ideal candidate is passionate about fostering children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through developmentally appropriate curriculum and positive interactions. Key Responsibilities Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote early learning and school readiness. Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and independence. Supervise children throughout the day, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being at all times. Support children's social-emotional development by modeling positive behavior and conflict resolution skills. Observe and document children's developmental progress, maintaining accurate records and communicating regularly with families. Build positive relationships with parents and guardians through daily communication and parent conferences. Collaborate with fellow teachers and administrators to maintain high-quality educational programming. Maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and compliance with all state licensing regulations and health and safety standards. Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and ongoing training. Assist with daily routines, including meals, toileting, naps, and transitions as appropriate for the age group. Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred. CDA (Child Development Associate) credential or equivalent early childhood certification is a plus. Experience working with young children in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early education setting preferred. Knowledge of Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) licensing regulations and early learning standards is preferred. CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire. Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while fostering positive relationships with children and families. Preferred Skills Experience implementing play-based or curriculum-driven learning programs. Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the developmental needs of individual children. Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Commitment to creating an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively engage with children throughout the day. Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and sitting on the floor. Ability to supervise children in both indoor and outdoor environments. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a child's most important developmental years while working in a collaborative, supportive, and family-focused early education environment. Why Join Arbor Associates? At Arbor Associates, we are dedicated to connecting caring professionals with rewarding opportunities in education, healthcare, and human services.

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Competitive compensation and benefits. Professional development and training opportunities. A supportive team environment with 24/7 staffing assistance. Opportunities for career advancement within our extensive network. Arbor Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All interested applicants must be over the age of 18, authorized to work in the United States, and pass a stringent background check, including Criminal History, Sexual Offender Registry, and Department of Children and Families (DCF- MA)/Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF-RI). By submitting this application, you are giving your permission to Arbor Associates to send e-mail and/or SMS texts about career-related opportunities. Message & Data rates may apply. Reply STOP to quit, HELP for help. Message frequency varies.

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