About Careertakes

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

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Position summary

Confidential Client is seeking a Building Floater / CDA Specialist to support multiple classrooms in early childhood and Head Start programs in Norwalk, CT. This part-time hourly role assists Lead Teachers with classroom routines, curriculum support, meals, supervision, and other daily activities for children ages 6 months to 5 years.

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What You’ll Do

This role supports high-quality early learning by assisting Lead Teachers across classrooms as needs arise.

• Assist multiple classrooms with daily routines, lesson support, and transitions.
• Support small-group and one-on-one learning activities under teacher direction.
• Help administer and record basic assessments and classroom observations.
• Supervise children during meals, play, rest, emergency drills, and field trips.
• Aid with non-instructional tasks: snack/lunch, toileting, clothing routines, and basic clerical duties.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow program policies, including Head Start Performance Standards.
• Participate in required professional development and program training.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations.

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Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate OR commitment to obtain a CDA within 1 year of hire (employer-paid).
• Basic computer skills (email, data entry, word processing).
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform duties involving standing, stooping, and walking.
• Reliable transportation to assigned sites; valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance preferred.
• Strong communication skills in English; bilingual candidates (Spanish or Portuguese) strongly encouraged.

Preferred:

• Early Childhood Education coursework or Associate/Bachelor degree.
• Previous childcare experience (babysitting, daycare, Head Start) a plus.
• Comfort working with children ages 6 months–5 years and following health & safety procedures.

Health & safety:

• Up-to-date documentation free of communicable diseases (e.g., TB, COVID) as required.
• Fit-for-duty exam may be required prior to start.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $16.94 – $17.94 per hour.
• Competitive compensation plus a comprehensive benefits package (health care coverage and retirement program available where applicable).
• Employer-paid CDA training within first year of employment (per program policy).

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Work Schedule & Location

• Location: Norwalk, CT (multiple Head Start / early learning sites as assigned).
• Part-time / hourly schedule; classification: Non-exempt.
• Typical environment: 70% indoors (climate-controlled), 30% outdoors; may involve exposure to routine classroom cleaning supplies and bodily fluids typical in childcare settings.

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Equal Employment & Legal Notes

Careertakes and our client follow federal, state, and local employment laws. This posting avoids discriminatory criteria and focuses on job-related qualifications. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Confidential Client will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process—please contact Careertakes if you need assistance.

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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.

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