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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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Infant / Toddler CDA Specialist to assist teachers in early learning classrooms supporting children ages 6 months–5 years. This role helps plan and implement daily routines, age-appropriate curriculum, meals, and classroom activities for Head Start / Preschool and infant/toddler groups.

• Support 1–2 classrooms (14–20 preschoolers and/or 7–8 infants/toddlers) under the direction of a Lead Teacher.
• Help implement lesson plans, classroom routines, and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Supervise children during mealtimes, play periods, field trips, emergency drills and transitions.
• Assist with screening/assessment activities and maintain accurate records under teacher direction.
• Provide individual or small-group reinforcement of skills and support differentiated instruction.
• Carry out non-instructional duties including toileting, diapering, snack/lunch routines, and cleaning as assigned.
• Serve as a resource for substitute staff and help maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Participate in required professional development and training.

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Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate, or commitment to obtain a CDA within 1 year of hire (CDA costs paid by employer).
• Basic computer literacy (email, word processing, data entry).
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and complete required health/fit-for-duty checks.
• Reliable transportation to and from program sites; valid driver’s license and minimum automobile insurance preferred.
• Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish or English/Portuguese) strongly encouraged.

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Preferred / Helpful Experience & Skills

• Early childhood education coursework, associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous childcare, babysitting, or Head Start experience is beneficial.
• Knowledge of child development, early learning practices, and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written; ability to complete basic recordkeeping.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, parents, outside agencies, and the public.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $16.35 – $17.35 per hour.
• Classification: Part-time (hourly) — Non-exempt. Some roles may be available as full time; schedule varies by site.
• Competitive benefits package available where applicable, including health coverage and retirement options for eligible employees.
• CDA training/support provided and funded by the employer.

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Additional Job Details

• Industry: Teaching
• Immediate Supervisor: Education Services Professional
• Direct supervision: None
• Location: Danbury, CT — position requires work at local Head Start / Early Learning sites.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law.

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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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