About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Teaching.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position overview

Confidential Client is seeking a reliable Building Floater to support early learning classrooms in Danbury, CT. This role supports Head Start and early childhood programs by assisting Lead Teachers across multiple classrooms. This is an entry-level, non-exempt position with part-time and hourly opportunities; training toward a Child Development Associate (CDA) is provided.

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Key responsibilities

• Work under the direction of a Lead Teacher to support classroom routines, curriculum, meals and daily activities for children ages 6 months–5 years.
• Float between assigned classrooms to assist with group instruction, small-group activities and individual learning reinforcement.
• Supervise children during transitions, play periods, drills, assemblies and field trips.
• Help with non-instructional duties such as snack, lunch, toileting and clothing routines.
• Administer and record achievement or diagnostic activities under a teacher’s direction.
• Assist with classroom materials, equipment care and basic clerical tasks.
• Support substitute teachers and maintain confidentiality and professional behavior.
• Participate in required professional development and follow Head Start Performance Standards.
• Perform related duties as assigned to meet program needs.

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Required qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or GED.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate, or commitment to obtain a CDA within 1 year (employer-paid).
• Basic computer skills (email, word processing, data entry).
• Reliable transportation to program sites; valid driver’s license and minimum automobile insurance preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and perform physical activities (standing, stooping, bending, walking).
• Clear documentation free of communicable diseases (e.g., TB, COVID) and fit-for-duty exam as required.
• Ability to speak, read and write English well enough to communicate safety procedures and instructions.
• Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish or English/Portuguese) strongly encouraged.

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Preferred

• Early Childhood Education credits, Associate or Bachelor degrees.
• Prior childcare experience (babysitting, daycare, preschool).
• Experience with Head Start or other early learning programs.

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Working conditions & physical demands

• Primarily indoor, climate-controlled classrooms with some outdoor time (~70% inside / 30% outside).
• May be exposed to cleaning supplies, bodily fluids and routine health & safety hazards common to early childhood settings.
• Regular lifting of children (up to 40 lbs.) and extended periods standing or sitting.
• Smoke-free facilities.

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Compensation & benefits

• Hourly wage: $16.94–$17.94 per hour.
• Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits where applicable (health care coverage, retirement program).
• Employer-paid CDA training within first year.

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What Careertakes provides

As a third-party recruiting platform, Careertakes connects you with this opportunity and may surface additional matches based on your profile. Final hiring decisions are made by Confidential Client.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.