Assistant Pre-School Teacher
VIP (Vermont Information Processing)
$44,720 - $46,800 / year
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Description
Annual Compensation: $44,720 - $46,800
Position Type: Full-Time, On-site
Are you the person who can turn a cardboard box into a spaceship? Do you believe that "why?" is the most exciting question in the world? If you've got patience for days and a laugh that's contagious, we want to meet you!
VIP's Roots Early Education Center is seeking an Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our team of dedicated early childhood educators. We are looking for a passionate, energetic, and nurturing professional who is committed to supporting young children's growth, development, and daily learning experiences. This role works closely with Lead and Licensed Preschool Teachers to help create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for every child.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The Best Coworkers: They're all under four feet tall, incredibly creative, and always happy to see you đ
- Growth Opportunities: We value your potential and provide the support, training, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your career in early childhood education.
- Play with a Purpose: Your "office" is a world of art, stories, imaginative play, and outdoor adventures.
What You'll Do
- Help create a safe, nurturing "home away from home" environment where children can develop social skills, independence, and self-confidence.
- Assist with hands-on activities that spark curiosity and encourage children's learning and development through art, music, storytelling, sensory experiences, and exploration.
- Support Lead and Licensed Preschool Teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Foster an engaging classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning.
- Assist with classroom routines, transitions, meals, rest periods, and daily activities.
- Provide families with peace of mind through positive interactions and communication.
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Collaborate with fellow educators, families, and support staff to promote the success and well-being of each child.
- Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through developmentally appropriate practices.
- Navigate the highs (first words and new milestones) and the lows (spilled milk and tough days) with patience, professionalism, and a smile.
Assistant Teacher Requirements
Candidates must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
- Current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and 12 months of experience working with groups of children ages six and under; OR
- Completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course and 12 months of experience working with groups of children ages six and under; OR
- Successful completion of a three-credit college course in Child Development or Human Development and experience working with groups of children ages six and under.
What You'll Bring
- Experience working with young children in a childcare, preschool, educational, or related setting.
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education.
- Demonstrated success working collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A passion for supporting the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of young children.
- The ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.
- A willingness to learn, grow, and develop within the field of early childhood education.
- Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to support program operations.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to squat, kneel, sit on the floor, and actively engage with children throughout the day.
- Ability to effectively communicate with children and families while maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.
Full-Time Benefits Include
- BlueCross BlueShield Health Insurance
- Vision and Dental Expense Reimbursement
- 401(k) Employer Contributions and Match
- Paid Time Off
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Professional Development Training Hours
- On-site Fitness Center
- Discounted Gym Membership to The Edge
- On-site Café Serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks
- On-site Health Clinic Exclusive to Employees and Their Families
Compensation is based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, and industry background. The range listed here represents our good-faith estimate for the role.
All full-time employment offers are contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- parental leave
- disability insurance
- professional development
About this role
VIP's Roots Early Education Center is looking for an Assistant Preschool Teacher to work full-time on-site in Colchester, supporting Lead and Licensed Preschool Teachers with preschool-aged children. You'd help design and lead hands-on learning activitiesâart, music, storytelling, sensory playâwhile managing classroom routines, transitions, and daily care. The role requires you to foster a safe, nurturing environment where children develop socially, emotionally, and cognitively, and to communicate regularly with families. You'll need to be physically active throughout the day (squatting, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds) and flexible with your schedule as program needs require.
To qualify, you must have at least 12 months of experience working with children ages six and under, plus one of the following: a current CDA credential, completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course, or a three-credit college course in Child Development or Human Development. The role calls for strong teamwork and communication skills, a genuine commitment to child development, and the ability to handle both the rewarding moments and the everyday challenges of preschool work with patience and professionalism.
The position pays $44,720â$46,800 annually and includes comprehensive benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance with vision and dental, 401(k) matching, paid time off, paid parental leave, and paid professional development hours. You'll also have access to an on-site fitness center, discounted gym membership, on-site cafĂ©, and employee health clinic.
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