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Preschool Assistant Teacher

Acquire4Hire
Hartford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 6/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026
About This Role

Preschool Teacher Assistant

Trinity College Community Child Center is seeking a qualified, full-time Preschool Teacher Assistant to join our dynamic team of Early Childhood Educators. Our Teacher Assistants work on a team with two full-time Teacher Assistants and a Lead Teacher in a classroom with 18 children to provide a curriculum that both nurtures and stimulates a child’s development. We are located on the beautiful Trinity College campus and our children join us from the Trinity community, Hartford, and outlying towns.

Why work with us?

  • flexible hours
  • 45 minute paid lunch break
  • teaching team of 3
  • quality program that focuses on social emotional development and wellness

Qualified candidates must have:

  • At least one year experience working with this age group (children 3 to 5 years) in a childcare center
  • A current CDA/12 credits in Early Childhood Education OR Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

What You'll Do

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift paid 45 minute lunch break.
  • Monday to Friday
  • Serve as a mandated reporter.
  • Fulfill all mandates and obligations as laid out by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood and The City of Hartford Department of Children, Families Youth and Recreation.
  • Observe and follow all TC4 policies and procedures.
  • Perform daily site safety checks (classroom, playground, etc.) prior to children entering, correct any issues, and notify the Administrative Team of items requiring follow-up.
  • Carry out best practices as developed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and observe its Code of Ethical Conduct.

Requirements

Qualified candidates must have:

  • At least one year experience working with this age group (children 3 to 5 years) in a childcare center
  • A current CDA/12 credits in Early Childhood Education OR Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Present proof of a recent physical and negative TB test results (less than 1 year before hire and every two years thereafter for physical)

Nice To Haves

Pediatric CPR/First Aid

Administration of Emergency Medication, EpiPen

Benefits

Benefits:

  • medical insurance
  • vision plan
  • free dental insurance
  • discounted childcare
  • paid time off
  • sick time

Want to get a glimpse of what we do every day? Find us on Facebook or visit our website at www.tc4.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Salary : $16 - $18

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