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About This Role Winsted Area Child Care Center is currently recruiting highly motivated and enthusiastic candidates to join our Toddler program as early childhood teacher aides. Our goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment that meets the diverse needs of each child, from educational and social to health and emotional development. What You'll Do • Implement daily curricula designed to meet the unique needs of each child, based on best practices and early learning standards in a play-based setting. • Establish and maintain strong relationships with children through empathetic and supportive interactions. • Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy classroom environment, meeting the basic needs of the children. • Monitor and assess each child's growth, development, and performance, using data to inform instruction. • Develop and maintain positive relationships with families, keeping them informed about their child's progress and experiences. • Work collaboratively as part of a team to achieve program goals and objectives. • Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and center policies, maintaining accurate records and files. Requirements • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years of age. • At least one year of professional child care experience is required. • Able to work effectively with staff, children, and families. • Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information discreetly. • Able to adapt to changing circumstances and prioritize tasks to meet the needs of the children and program. • Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as basic computer skills. • Committed to ongoing learning and professional development. • Must undergo a full background check and pass a health screening, as per OEC licensing regulations. • Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks common to an early childhood environment, including kneeling, bending, squatting, and crawling. Nice to Have • Early Childhood Education credits or coursework are highly desirable. • Experience working in a NAEYC-accredited program is an asset. • Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification is a valuable addition to your skill set. Benefits • 37 hours per week • Paid Time Off • Vacation Pay • Holiday Pay • Health Insurance, Dental • Life Insurance • 403(b) with up to a 3% match • Paid professional development • Discounted Child Care