What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Education Teacher Assistant position at Orange County Parent Child Center?
Overview
Orange County Parent Child Center (OCPCC) is seeking Early Education Teacher Assistants to join the opening team of the new Woodlands Campus in Randolph, Vermont, with start dates beginning February 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new early childhood center from the beginning, supporting classroom preparation, daily routines, and a successful program launch.
Ideal candidates are caring, dependable, and interested in working with young children from infancy through preschool. Prior experience in childcare or early education settings is helpful but not required. We are looking for team-oriented individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a positive, nurturing environment for children and families.
About Orange County Parent Child Center
The Orange County Parent Child Center supports children and families through education, advocacy, and community-based services. We are a mission-driven organization that values teamwork, equity, and nurturing environments where children can thrive.
Learn more at www.orangecountypcc.org.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement curriculum with the teaching team
- Prepare and maintain a safe classroom environment
- Observe, record, and report child behaviors
- Support appropriate child behavior and consistent discipline
- Communicate with parents as needed
- Administer first aid and handle emergencies
- Participate in required training and professional development
- Maintain confidentiality of all information
- Comply with state licensing requirements
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 18 years old
- PLUS one of these:
1. Completion of a 30-hour course in child development.
2. Successful completion of at least one 3-credit college course in early childhood development.
- Must have reliable transportation, current driver’s license, and Certificate of Auto Insurance
- Two years’ experience with children
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Required Certifications & Background Checks
- Current First Aid & CPR certification (or ability to obtain prior to start).
- Vermont Agency of Education required background checks, including fingerprinting.
- Completion of state-mandated trainings prior to or shortly after hire (Mandated Reporter, Medication Administration, etc.).
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Frequent bending, squatting, and floor-level interaction with children.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all seasons.
Compensation & Benefits
- Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving (and day after), Week of Christmas.
- Health, dental, and life insurance options (employer-sponsored).
- Short-term disability and additional life insurance available.
- Vacation and sick time accrual
- Professional development time and mileage reimbursement for mandatory training.
- Workers’ compensation coverage.
- Additional leave provisions (FMLA, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, military leave, personal leave) as outlined in the employee handbook.
Terms: Permanent, non-exempt, full-time
Salary/Rate: $20.00 - $23.00 - hourly rate based on qualifications
Reports to: ECE Director
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Randolph, VT (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23