Family Centers·Greenwich, Connecticut
Staff are responsible for monitoring children and providing effective classroom supervision. They must also implement lesson plans to support the development of children aged six weeks to five years.
Family Centers’ Early Care and Education program seeks passionate and professional individuals to join our early childhood education team. Flexible part-time morning and afternoon hours are available! This position is perfect for anyone pursuing an education major, or other relevant course of study that includes working with children and families. Join our dedicated team of professionals if you are looking for a memorable and meaningful experience!
Our programs provide full-day/full-year care and offer the highest quality education and development opportunities for young children ages six weeks to five years at four sites in Greenwich, CT. Each school is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) which is widely recognized as a distinction of the highest quality early care and education programs.
We accept each young child as a unique and valuable individual and group member, honoring and respecting family language and cultures. Our curriculum, goals and objectives guide our staff's ongoing assessment of children's progress, while facilitating each child's individual growth and language acquisition and cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and creative domains.
Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering health, education and human service program to children, adults and families in Fairfield County. Our team includes 300 professionals and over 500+ trained volunteers collaborate to provide our communities with a wide range of responsive and innovative services. Through our comprehensive network of services, more than 23,000 children, adults, families and communities receive the care, encouragement and resources needed to realize their potential.
Family Centers is a United Way, Community Fund of Darien and New Canaan Community Foundation partner agency, and is a member of the Connecticut Council of Family Service Agencies and the Alliance for Children and Families. The agency is also accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), The Joint Commission, licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health, and is a Department of Children and Families-licensed child psychology center.
For more information, please visit http://www.familycenters.org or our LinkedIn page
Family Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as indicated in applicable federal and/or state laws.
Market context
Preschool teaching staff roles in Connecticut are typically in steady demand because centers need dependable educators who can support early learning and daily classroom routines. These positions are competitive when candidates bring hands-on child care experience, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and preferred early childhood coursework such as an associate degree or 12 ECE credits. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your coursework and physical readiness before applying.