Easterseals NH·Londonderry, New Hampshire
The Program Assistant partners with teaching staff to implement age-appropriate curricula and support the academic and social-emotional growth of children. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and inclusive classroom environment while providing active supervision and positive behavioral guidance.
$1,000 new hire sign on bonus!
Be part of something new! The Technology Hill Early Learning Center is building a dedicated team of educators who are committed to creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment where young children can thrive. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families while growing your career in a collaborative and supportive setting, we'd love to hear from you.
We are seeking Early Childhood Program Assistants to join our new center in Londonderry with an anticipated start date in December 2026. The Early Childhood Program Assistant is an active member of the childcare center and partners with Early Childhood Teaching Staff on the academic, and social-emotional growth and development of all children in their care. Program Assistants will provide support to classrooms and center operations, in alignment with Program, NH Child Care Licensing Unit (NH CCLU), and NAEYC standards and regulations. Responsibilities include:
Actively partner with Early Childhood Teaching Teams to actively support the classroom environment while assisting with the implementation of an age-appropriate curriculum (lesson plan) to nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development in their early education.
Be responsive to all children by adapting daily care routines and strategies, balancing the individual and group interests and/or needs of the children.
Provide a developmentally appropriate and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the children’s ongoing learning and growth.
Assist with on-going observations and developmental evaluations while following curriculum implementation that addresses the individual needs of each child.
Partner with Early Childhood Teaching Teams on overall classroom management to include, but is not limited to: (a) Contribute to the physical environment in the classroom to create opportunities to meet the changing needs of the developing child. (b) Ensure a safe, developmentally appropriate, and trauma-informed care aligned environments for all children in conjunction with NH Child Care Licensing Unit (NH CCLU) rules and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accreditation Standards. (c) Promote and model developmentally appropriate communication, hygiene, behavior, and nutrition. (d) Assist with daily and weekly maintenance, sterilization of materials, or cleaning to operate a clean, safe, and well-equipped classroom.(e) Support children during challenging behaviors using positive guidance, developmentally appropriate redirection, and proactive social-emotional strategies. (f) Take responsibility for appropriate child supervision, circle times, small groups and individual work as needed.
Assist in maintaining respectful and supportive individual relationships with parents and prospective parents through effective communication in person, via ProCare messaging, and program outreach materials or newsletters, etc.
Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for the child's background by incorporating the cultural, linguistic and familial values and beliefs into the program and lesson plans.
Complete daily health checks regarding hygiene, safety, and overall well-being of the children.
Support children of varying development using varying appropriate and respectful interventions
Adhere to all NH CCLU, NAEYC, Program, and Agency policies and procedures.
Participate in ongoing staff development, in-services, trainings, and additional meetings as required.
Compensation $17.50 - $19 hourly, based upon experience and education.
Sign On Bonus is paid at 3 and 6 months of continued full-time employment - the bonus is subject to all taxes, deductions and voluntary deductions elected.
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Candidates must have at least 9 credits in early childhood education with 6 months of experience, or 3 credits with 1 year of experience. A valid driver's license and certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED are also required.
Market context
In New Hampshire, Early Childhood Program Assistant roles often draw steady interest because programs need reliable staff who can meet licensing and safety requirements. This role is competitive when candidates already have early childhood credits, hands-on experience, a valid driver’s license, and current Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credits and certification status before applying.