Teachers Aide

Job Details: Job Location: Waterbury

• Waterbury , CT, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Description At TEAM, Teacher’s Aides are an essential part of how we deliver on our promise to children and families. You’ll work alongside a dedicated classroom team — supported by education coordinators, behavioral health coordinators, disability specialists, family service workers, and health staff — to create an environment where every child has what they need to grow. This is a place where your contributions are noticed, your presence matters, and your potential has room to grow. What You’ll Do Actively supervise and engage with children to ensure their safety, well-being, and joy throughout each day Support the delivery of curriculum and daily routines under the direction of the Head and Assistant Teacher Use positive guidance strategies that help children feel secure and ready to learn Build genuine connections with children, families, and teammates Help maintain a clean, organized, welcoming classroom environment Assist with family engagement activities and help families feel connected to the program Support documentation and file maintenance in accordance with program guidelines Participate in staff trainings and agency events Why TEAM Supportive, team-oriented work culture – with fully resourced specialists to support child unique needs Beautiful, state-of-the-art classrooms focused on safety and innovation Competitive pay in the top tier of Connecticut early childhood compensation Structured step progression after 90 days 14 paid holidays Paid vacation, sick and personal time Life insurance 403(b) with 6% company match Paid professional development, training, and 1:1 coaching Significant opportunities for growth across our talented Early Childhood Team and Centers Be a part of our staff recognition events including full agency development/appreciation day (off-site), multiple staff functions (family picnic, year-end party), and national appreciations such as Teacher’s Day/Week, Week of the Young Child Qualifications: What You Bring High school diploma or equivalent 6+ months working with young children in a center-based setting A warm, nurturing presence and genuine love for working with young children and families Knowledge of early childhood education a plus Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus