What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Education Teacher Associate position at Orange County Parent Child Center?
Overview
We are seeking to fill six Early Education Teacher Associate positions to be a part of the new Woodlands Campus in Randolph, Vermont, starting in January, 2026! Ideal candidates will have a passion for early childhood education and experience working with children in various settings from infants to preschool.
About Orange County Parent Child Center (OCPCC)
The Orange County Parent Child Center is dedicated to helping families and children thrive by connecting them to education, support, advocacy, and wellness opportunities. We hope that each member of our team takes pride in being part of a mission-driven organization that makes a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Learn more at www.orangecountypcc.org
Purpose of Position
Assist in managing the classroom, developing curriculum, leading instruction and supporting child development.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement curriculum
- 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
- A teacher associate is at least twenty (20) 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 Three (3)Certificate; or
- - At least an associate degree from an accredited college with a major orconcentration in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education, or Child and Family Services and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
- - At least a Certificate of Completion from the Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program; or
- - At least a Child Care Certificate from the Community College of Vermont and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
- - At least successful completion of twenty-one (21) college credits with an early childhood or school age focus and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger.
- Must have reliable transportation, current driver’s license, and Certificate of Auto Insurance
- Two years’ experience working 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 based on years of service, with carryover limits.
- 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: $23.22 - $25.36 - hourly rate based on qualifications
Reports to: ECE Director
Pay: $23.22 - $25.36 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25