Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc. CDA Specialist CDA Specialists work under the direction of an assigned Lead Teacher. 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). Position Details Unit: Early Learning Immediate Supervisor: Education Services Professional Classification: Standard / Full Time (1.0 FTE) or Part‑Time (Hourly) Status: Non‑Exempt Directly Supervises: None Essential Job Responsibilities Works under the supervision of a licensed teacher or assistant teacher to enforce learning for individual students or small groups of students. Administers and records achievement and diagnostic tests under the direction of the teacher or assistant teacher for individual students or groups of students. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in devising special strategies to reinforce material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in the handling, operation and care of equipment, including media and instructional materials. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips and other non‑classroom activities. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher with non‑instructional duties such as snack, lunch, toilet and clothing routines. Serves as a source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in drill work, large group reading or storytelling. Alerts the regular teacher or assistant teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student. Performs clerical duties as assigned by the teacher or assistant teacher, as needed. Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of a licensed teacher or assistant teacher. Participates in professional development training programs, as assigned. Performs related duties as appropriate for the position. Knowledge Knowledge of the principles and practices of Early Childhood. Knowledge of child development and learning styles. Knowledge of computer data entry processes. Knowledge of family‑centered practices. Knowledge of local resources, customs and languages (preferred). Abilities Ability to know and implement the Head Start Performance Standards and requirements and policies of CIFC Early Learning Programs. Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating and making decisions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, clients, outside agencies and the public. Ability to keep program information confidential. Ability to carry‑out daily functions. Ability to use program software and computer for data entry. Reliable transportation to travel to and from home, office, Head Start sites and other program locations. Preferred to possess a valid driver’s license and meet the minimum automobile insurance coverage required by the state of Connecticut. Language Skills Ability to communicate ideas and instructions orally and in writing. Ability to speak, read and write English at a level sufficient to understand and be understood by others. Ability to hear and understand all emergency announcements in English. Ability to write observations and business correspondence. Ability to read, retain and understand health and safety procedures for sanitization, disinfection and meal‑time distribution. Ability to speak within groups such as parent conferences and staff meetings. Bilingual skills helpful (English/Spanish or English/Portuguese). Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate amounts by adding, subtracting and dividing. Ability to accurately count the number of children in a classroom. Ability to understand 1:4, 2:8, 1:10, 2:20 child‑to‑staff member ratios. Requirements Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent required. Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate or a commitment to obtain a CDA within one year of employment (paid by the employer). Early childhood education credits preferred; associate or bachelor degrees preferred. Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Entry‑level position; previous babysitting or childcare experience preferred. Basic computer experience required (email, word processing, internet navigation). Applicants with multiple language capabilities (English, Spanish and/or Portuguese) preferred. Health Requirements Recent documentation free of communicable diseases. Recent fit‑for‑duty examination. Ability to lift 40 lbs. Competitive compensation, plus a comprehensive fringe benefits package including health care coverage and a retirement program. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT
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