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Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. Afternoon Classroom Aid / CDA Specialist in Danbury, Connecticut
**[Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.
[Description: [CIFC's Danbury Early Learning Programs are looking to fill the position of Child Development Associate (CDA) Specialist.
**[Summary:[The position is responsible for assisting 1-2 classrooms in planning and implementing classroom routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for pre-school and/or infant toddler children (ages 6 months-5 years). This position serves as the aid in a classroom of 14 to 20 Head Start /Preschool children and/or 7-8 Infant/Toddler children. This position is chiefly responsible to assist in the core functions of the Head Start program and performs other tasks as needed.
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- Unit: Early Learning
- Immediate Supervisor: Education Services Professional
- Classification: Standard / Part-Time (Hourly)
- Schedule: 1:45-5:45 PM (Monday - Friday)
- Status: Non-Exempt
- Directly Supervises: None
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- 18+ years old, required.
- Entry level position; previous babysitting or childcare experience is preferred.
- Basic computer experience is required (i.e. email, word processing, internet navigation).
- Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent (completed or currently enrolled) is required;
- Early Childhood Education Credits are preferred; and/or Associate and/or Bachelor degrees are preferred.
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