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Position Summary
A leading early childhood education center in Wilton, 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.