POSITION SUMMARY Do you possess the personal qualities necessary to care for and work with children and relate to other adults. Help students reach their full potential and become part of a supportive work environment. Opportunities are available to pursue higher education degree and position advancement.

The teacher puts into practice the curricular goals and benchmarks in the classroom. They ensure the safety, development and school readiness of each individual child.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide supervision, guidance and support to children and assistant teachers Promote the health, safety and wellbeing of students through a consistent schedule Create and implement weekly learning experience plans Complete observations and assessments on children's progress and development Maintain regular communication and collaboration with families and staff Prepare children's daily reports as needed Perform routine observations Support social/emotional development Participate in parent-teacher conferences Participate in continuing education other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Hold a current CDA credential plus 12 ECE credits Willingness to purse higher degree, if not already obtained

REQUIRED : Ensure compliance with NAEYC, state, local, and agency policies, regulations and procedures, including meeting classroom ratios

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Catholic Charities offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including: For Good Health: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance For a Secure Future: Life, AD&D and Long-term disability insurance For Retirement: 403(b) Plan, with employer matching contributions for eligible employees For Career Advancement: Training and development opportunities and for Licensed Clinicians ability to apply for the education Loan Forgiveness Program under The National Services Health Corp. For Work Life Balance: Generous paid time off; including 14 holidays, vacation and sick time. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential counseling for employees and their immediate family members

Catholic Charities Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford is in compliance with all applicable discrimination laws. All hiring, promoting, and transferring is done on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to membership in any protected class. EEO/ AA/ M-F/ VET/ DISABLED.