What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Assistant Teacher position at Heartworks Early Education?
What We Will Achieve Together:
- We will cultivate a classroom community that emphasizes curiosity, responsibility, and care for one another and the world.
- We will integrate sustainable education principles into daily practices such as resource conservation, awareness of the natural environment, and mindful consumption.
- We will maintain safe, well‑organized, and developmentally supportive learning spaces. We will strengthen communication, collaboration, and family partnerships.
- We will promote continuous professional learning grounded in sustainability and high‑quality early education.
What you’ll do:
Required Qualifications:
A Teacher Assistant is at least eighteen (18) years of age, is a high school graduate or has completed a GED, and meets one (1) of the following qualifications:
- At least a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level One (1) or Two (2) Certificate; or
- At least a current CDA (Child Development Associate) and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
- At least a State Board of Education approved Human Services Program Certificate that emphasizes child development or early childhood education and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
- At least successful completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals’ course or the Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
- At least successful completion of a three (3) college credit course in child or human development or a three (3) college credit course for school age care and education and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Active classroom environment with regular interaction with children, families, and team members
- Movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces throughout the day
- Collaborative setting with consistent communication and teamwork
- The Assistant Teacher role requires active involvement in both administrative and classroom environments. To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the following physical abilities are required:
- Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.
- Ability to transition between sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day to engage with children and support staff.
- Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds, including classroom materials, supplies, and occasional assistance with children’s belongings.
- Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child’s eye level, and participate in age-appropriate activities including light running, outdoor play supervision, and interactive learning experiences.
- Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and regular movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
- Ability to supervise children on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, entryways, and common areas.
- Ability to respond quickly and safely in emergency situations, including evacuations, drills, and urgent classroom needs.
- Ability to follow and model all safety procedures.
What we offer:
We invest in our employees’ health, financial wellbeing, professional growth and family success through:
Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective on your first day of employment.
Free First Stop Health membership, providing 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
401(k) retirement plan with annual discretionary employer match contribution.
Optional life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage, helping provide financial protection and peace of mind.
Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and our dedicated CHILD Conference.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year's so employees can enjoy additional time with family and friends.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential resources and support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs.
Employee referral bonus program, because great people know great people! Earn bonuses for helping us build an exceptional team.
Additional lifestyle and fringe benefits, including tuition and professional development reimbursement, pet insurance, and other programs designed to support you and your family.
Closing:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Salary : $19 - $22