Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC) ยท 9 hours ago
Preschool Classroom Aid / CDA Specialist
Danbury, Connecticut
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$16.35/hr - $16.69/hrConnecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. is seeking a Child Development Associate (CDA) Specialist for their Danbury Early Learning Programs. The position involves assisting in planning and implementing classroom routines and curriculum for preschool and infant/toddler children, as well as supporting the core functions of the Head Start program.
EducationHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Assist 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)
Serve as the aid in a classroom of 14 to 20 Head Start /Preschool children and/or 7-8 Infant/Toddler children
Assist in the core functions of the Head Start program
Perform other tasks as needed
Qualification
Required
18+ years old, required
Basic computer experience is required (i.e. email, word processing, internet navigation)
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
Ability to lift 40 lbs
Preferred
previous babysitting or childcare experience is preferred
Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply
Applicants with multiple language capabilities (English, Spanish, and/or Portuguese) are preferred
Early Childhood Education Credits are preferred; and/or Associate and/or Bachelor degrees are preferred
Benefits
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Health
Dental
Vision coverage
Retirement program
Company
Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC)
Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc.
Founded in 2003
201-500 employees
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Katie McKeon Curran
President & Chief Executive Officer
Liz Martucci
CFO
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