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To apply, send resumes and cover letters to Jean Van Hoof,

Village Nursery School, 67 Main Street, Farmington, CT, 06032.

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Teacher Assistant

Part time position, 21-22 school year

Teacher Assistant (part time position, 21-22 school year) under the general supervision of the School Director, Head Teacher and Board of Directors, the teacher assistant will assist in implementing the curriculum for the Pre-K class at The Village Nursery School. 

The Village Nursery School (VNS) is a non-profit, state licensed nursery school in Farmington, CT that provides a quality preschool education in a nurturing environment. VNS was established in 1957 as “The Village Cooperative Nursery School” by a group of parents to provide the community with a preschool for children aged three- to five-year-old, regardless of race, creed, color, or gender. For more than 60 years we have been proud to offer early childhood education in Farmington. 

Responsibilities

  • Assist in implementing the curriculum provided by Head Teacher 

  • Work with small groups under direction of classroom teacher 

  • Supervise children outside 

  • Clerical (as needed) 

  • Scheduling activities 

  • Preparing for classroom projects 

  • Handling records and student information in a confidential manner 

  • Complete all assigned mandated training programs 

  • May be asked to provide personal care assistance 

  • Help keep learning areas tidy and safe 

  • Provide a welcoming, inclusive learning atmosphere for all students 

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Experience working with young children in a licensed educational environment

  • A Bachelor's degree

  • A passion for early childhood education and helping children grow in positive ways 

  • First Aid and CPR certification 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

  • Must pass verification and background checks 

 

To apply:

Submit resume by mail to

The Village Nursery School

67 Main Street

Farmington, CT 06032 

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