Preschool Aid / CDA Specialist
Company: Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.
Location: Norwalk
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Connecticut Institute for
Communities, Inc. Description: CIFC's Norwalk 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. CDA
Specialists work under the direction of 1-2 assigned Lead
Teacher(s) and is supervised by the Education Services
Professional. - 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 Requirements: - 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. - Minimum High School Diploma or GED
equivalent is required (completed or currently enrolled). - Child
Development Associate (CDA) Certificate or a commitment to obtain a
CDA within 1 year of employment is required (paid by the employer)
is required. - Early Childhood Education Credits are preferred
Health Requirements: - Recent documentation free of communicable
diseases (i.e. TB and COVID); and - Recent fit for duty
examination. - Ability to lift 40 lbs. Competitive compensation,
plus comprehensive fringe benefits package including paid holidays,
paid time off, health, dental, vision coverage and retirement
program. Closing Date: Open Until Filled CIFC is an Equal
Opportunity Employer/Provider. PIc68e293569db-25405-37265079
Keywords: Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc., New England , Preschool Aid / CDA Specialist, Education / Teaching , Norwalk, Northeast
