Daycare Pre Kindergarten Teacher

divAt Building Blpcks, we value educators and are committed to meaningful change. We offer generous benefits, including a paid week off between Christmas and New Year’s, extended time off around the 4th of July, professional development, and true work-life balance—all to support a fulfilling, goal-aligned career./divdivbr/divdivspan style="font-size: 11.5pt;"Starting out in Early Education and Care is both exciting and humbling—full of big emotions, little voices, and constant learning for both children and teachers. With strict regulations, health and safety protocols, and evolving classroom routines, there's a lot to absorb, and it takes time. Communication, patience, and an open mind are essential as you navigate daily challenges and find your rhythm. Growth doesn’t happen overnight, so ask questions, lean on your team, and trust the process. The reward comes in the small moments of connection and watching children thrive because of your consistent presence and care.nbsp;/span/divdivbr/divdivspan style="font-size: 11pt"We are seeking passionate Assistant Teachers to join our Middletown Building Blocks, led by a School Director with over 4 years of experience in EEC. Our thriving community is built on shared values of teamwork, passion, and a commitment to continuous learning.  nbsp;/span/divdivbr/divbr/br/divbr/divdivspan style="font-size: 11pt"The compensation range representsBuilding Blocks’ intention for this position. Actual offers may vary based on experience, education, and other business factors.  nbsp;/span/divbr/br/bWe Offer:/bbr/liUp to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.  nbsp;/liliGenerous time off, in addition to a paid seasonal break from Christmas Eve through New Years Day, extended time around the 4th of July, and federal holiday closures.  nbsp;/liliComprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, amp; vision all effective from hire date. nbsp;/liliAdditional benefit selections, including pet insurance. nbsp;/liliFree immediate subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors. nbsp;/lili401(k) plan with company match (eligibility starts after 60 days of employment). nbsp;/liliPay increase opportunities related to job performance, update in certification credentials, and degree completion. nbsp;/liliOpportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference. nbsp;/liliEmployee referral program available. nbsp;/libr/br/bAt Building Blocks, our mission is driven by four key pillars:/bbr/libPeople First/b – Prioritizing the growth and experience of our team.  nbsp;/lilibPedagogy for Tomorrow/b – Fostering innovative, child-focused teaching approaches.  nbsp;/lilibPlanet at the Core/b – Promoting sustainability and nature-based learning./lilibPositive Growth/b – Supporting children, families, and educators in every step forward. /lidivYour daily responsibilities will include managing classroom needs to support children’s well-being, nurturing a love of learning through a child-centered approach with social-emotional, STEAM, and nature-based activities. As an educator, maintaining regular communication with families is essential to fostering collaborative growth.  nbsp;/divbr/br/bQualifications:/bbr/liMust pass required state and company background checks.   nbsp;/liliMust have a high school diploma, GED, or be enrolled in classes.   nbsp;/liliAdhere to all company policies and EEC regulations.   nbsp;/liliAbility to stand, move, run, and play for most of the day.   nbsp;/liliAbility to lift up to 30 pounds multiple times a day. /libr/br/div#INDBB/divdivbr/divdivspan style="font-size: 11pt"We’re Growing! Building Blocks Early Learning Center is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Building Blocks provides award-winning early education and child care across 39 New England schools. Through the experience and talents of nearly 900 early education professionals and in partnership with nearly 4,000 families, we are on a meaningful journey to create optimal learning spaces where children ages 0-5 can learn, grow, and thrive.    nbsp;/span/divdivbr/divdivspan style="font-size: 11pt"Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Building Blocks we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.   /span/divdivbr/divdivbr/divdivspan style="font-size: 11pt"nbsp;#LI-Onsite/span/div