**[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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