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About This Role Winsted Area Child Care Center is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team as early childhood teacher aides. With a focus on Early Childhood Education, we serve children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our ideal candidate is flexible and willing to help in all age groups as needed, offering a safe and caring environment that meets the diverse needs of each child. What You'll Do • We strive to maintain State of CT Office of Early Childhood and NAEYC standards, providing a supportive environment for our team to thrive. • In a play-based classroom, we work together to implement a daily curriculum that caters to each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs. • We prioritize building trusting relationships with children through respectful, patient, and supportive interactions. • Our team is committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment that meets the basic needs of our children. • Monitoring each child's growth, development, and performance is essential to our approach. • Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with families is vital to our success. • Our team collaborates effectively to ensure a cohesive and supportive work environment. • Compliance with center policies and state licensing regulations is crucial, and we maintain accurate records to ensure we meet all requirements. Requirements • Applicants must hold a High School Diploma and be at least 18 years old. • Minimum of 1 year professional child care experience is required. • The ability to work well with others (staff, children, and families) is essential. • Maintaining confidentiality is a critical aspect of this role. • Flexibility and adaptability are key to meeting the needs of our children and program. • Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as basic computer skills, are necessary. • A desire to continue learning through professional development is highly valued. • Must clear a full background check and pass a health screening per OEC licensing regulations. • Ability to lift up to 50lbs and perform other physical tasks related to an early childhood environment, including kneeling, bending, squatting, and crawling. Nice to Have • Candidates with Early Childhood Education credits are highly desirable. • Experience in a NAEYC accredited program is a significant asset. • Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification is a valuable qualification. Benefits • 37.5 hours per week • Paid Time Off • Vacation Pay • Holiday Pay • Health Insurance, Vision, Dental • Life Insurance • 403(b) with up to a 3% match • Paid professional development • Discounted Child Care