Top 377 Early childhood teacher Jobs in Connecticut

Early Childhood Teacher
Mercy Learning Center —Bridgeport, CT
- $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Lead Teacher
Hope For New Haven —New Haven, CT
- $50,000 - $58,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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4d
Birth to Three / Certified Early Childhood Educator / Developmental Therapist
BEACON Services of Connecticut —Bridgeport, CT
- Full-time
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Preschool Lead (2s) Teacher
Confidential —Westport, CT
- $35 - $45 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Teaching Certification
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Head Pre-K Teacher-Wilton, CT
Strong Start Early Care & Education —Wilton, CT
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Early Childhood - Teacher
Sol Playschool —Derby, CT
- $48,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
Special Education Teacher (Preschool)
Consolidated School District of New Britain —New Britain, CT
- Teaching Certification
- Preschool
- Elementary school
Early Childhood Music Class Instructor - Musicologie Junior Teacher
Musicologie Glastonbury —Glastonbury, CT
- $34 - $37 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- US work authorization
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Leadership
- Paid training
- Flexible schedule
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Wallingford Public Schools —Wallingford, CT
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Public school
5d
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Wallingford Public Schools —Wallingford, CT
- Online Application
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Preschool
13d
Head Teacher for Full Day Fives
JCC of Stamford —Stamford, CT
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Classroom
- Writing skills
- Teaching Certification
Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Kindergarten (2026-2027 SY)
Norwalk Public Schools —Norwalk, CT
- $264.66 a day
- Monday to Friday
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
5d
Kindergarten Long Term Substitute (AC)
Avon Board of Education —Avon, CT
- Full-time
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Public school
Head 2s Teacher
St. John Preschool —Darien, CT
- $30 - $37 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
Preschool Teacher, Full Time
JCC of Stamford —Stamford, CT
- $45,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- English
Early Childhood Educator
Stamford Public Schools —Stamford, CT
- $30 - $42 an hour
- Online Application
- Bilingual
- Classroom
- Mid-level
Head Teacher
Children's Learning Centers of Fairfield County —Stamford, CT
- $24.96 - $30.16 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Mead Pre-K Teacher
Ansonia School District —Ansonia, CT
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Management
4d
Head Start Teacher - Early Head Start - Job ID 14267
Capitol Region Education Council —Hartford, CT
- Classroom
- Serving
- Writing skills
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
2d
Certified Teacher Pre-K
New Beginnings Family Academy —Bridgeport, CT
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays

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Early Childhood Teacher

Mercy Learning Center
Bridgeport, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$23 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Early childhood education center experience
Interpersonal skills
Early Childhood Education Teaching Certification
Working with students
Associate's degree
Early Childhood Education

Full Job Description

Mercy Learning Center is seeking a caring, experienced, and dedicated Early Childhood Education Program Head Teacher to join our Early Childhood Education Program (ECEP).

The Head Teacher provides leadership for an assigned classroom and is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where young children can grow and thrive. This position plans and implements developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children's cognitive, language, physical, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with program curriculum, Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS), and children's individual developmental needs.
Create engaging learning experiences in language and literacy, mathematics, science, creative arts, physical development, and social-emotional learning.
Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress and use assessment information to guide instruction.
Maintain a safe, healthy, nurturing, organized, and inclusive classroom environment.
Provide active supervision of children and follow all program health, safety, and licensing requirements.
Use positive, developmentally appropriate approaches to behavior guidance and classroom management.
Maintain child portfolios, attendance records, assessments, and required classroom documentation.
Build positive relationships with families and communicate regularly regarding children's development, classroom activities, and progress.
Provide day-to-day guidance and support to Assistant Teachers, classroom aides, volunteers, interns, and practicum students assigned to the classroom.
Participate in staff meetings, curriculum planning, professional development, family activities, and other ECEP and organizational initiatives.

These responsibilities reflect the instructional, child-development, family-engagement, and classroom-leadership expectations in the full position description.

Qualifications

Must meet State of Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) Head Teacher qualification requirements.
Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field required; bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience working in a licensed early childhood education program required.
Experience providing classroom leadership and supporting or mentoring other classroom staff preferred.
Knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate practices, CT ELDS, early childhood curriculum, and Connecticut OEC licensing requirements.
Strong classroom management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop positive, professional relationships with children, families, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners.
Ability to work collaboratively and provide effective classroom leadership.
3-5 years experience.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to actively engage with young children throughout the workday, including sitting on the floor, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, and reaching. The Head Teacher must also be able to lift, carry, and assist children and classroom materials weighing up to 45 pounds and respond quickly to children's health, safety, and supervision needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

About Mercy Learning Center

Mercy Learning Center provides educational and support services that empower women and children to achieve greater independence and success. Our Early Childhood Education Program provides a nurturing learning environment for young children while supporting the educational goals of their families.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Employment: Full-Time, 12-Month Position
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Location: In-person

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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