A Child's World

Childcare Teacher

Bridgeport, ConnecticutFull-time
$19 - $21 hourly
About the Job
Childcare Teacher BA Degree

As a Child Care Teacher, you will:
  • Create and lead activities based on your observations of the children’s interests and needs.
  • Communicate daily with parents. Document and share the important milestones in their child’s day.
  • Keep the classroom safe and clean by following important procedures and guidelines.

Requirements:
  • Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
  • BA Degree Highly preferred.
  • Early childhood coursework, CDA, or degree preferred.
  • At least six months of experience working in childcare, daycare, or preschool preferred.

Child Care Teachers are responsible for the well-being of the children under their care. They must monitor the children all day to ensure that they play and interact with one another in a safe and appropriate manner. Some of their typical duties include:
  • Ensuring the children have good hygiene and changing diapers as necessary.
  • Cleaning interactive areas throughout the day.
  • Preparing meals and snacks for the kids.
  • Organizing activities and developing curriculum for older children.
  • Developing a schedule for the children to maintain throughout the day.
  • Keeping records of each child’s progress, interests and any problems that may occur.
  • Maintaining contact with the children’s parents and contacting them in the case of an emergency.