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NOW HIRING

PRESCHOOL TEACHER Full Time

Needed immediately

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KOCO Child Care Center in East Hampton, CT is looking for a full time experienced Preschool Teacher. The hours are 8:00-4:30, and pay starts at $16.95/hour (higher with ECE credits). Successful candidates have experience and/or education in early childhood, have an understanding of curriculum and CT-ELDS, are reliable, and can cooperate with a partner teacher. Position is available immediately. To apply, please submit Employment Application (link at right) in person, by mail, or electronically.

 

Main duties:

Cooperate with co-teacher(s)

Interact with parents and junior staff

Facilitate learning for up to 19 students ages 3-4-5 years

Generate lesson plans using a variety of resources

Understand and employ CT-ELDS

Interact with community ECE professionals

Attend preschool-related trainings and functions

 

Required:

At least 18 years old

Experience in early childhood education, preferably preschool

Good work ethic, reliable attendance

Ability to cooperate with others

 

Desirable but not required:

CT OEC Registry Account

CT OEC BCIS Background Check

First Aid CPR AED

Medication Administration

College credits in Early Childhood Education

 

Benefits:

Paid time off (including major holidays)

Insurance (subsidized health, vision, dental, life, accident)

TODDLER TEACHERS Full Time (2)

Needed immediately

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KOCO Child Care Center in East Hampton, CT is looking for two full time experienced Toddler Teachers. The hours are 7:00-3:00 or 8:00-4:30, and pay starts at $16.95/hour (higher with ECE credits). Successful candidates have experience and/or education in early childhood, have an understanding of curriculum and CT-ELDS, are reliable, and can cooperate with a partner teacher. Position is available immediately.  To apply, please submit Employment Application (link at right) in person, by mail, or electronically.

 

Main duties:

Cooperate with co-teacher

Interact with parents and junior staff

Facilitate learning for up to 8 students ages 2-3 years

Generate lesson plans using a variety of resources

Understand and employ CT-ELDS

 

Required:

At least 18 years old

Experience in early childhood education, preferably Under 3

Good work ethic, reliable attendance

Ability to cooperate with others

 

Desirable but not required:

CT OEC Registry Account

CT OEC BCIS Background Check

First Aid CPR AED (CT Childcare version)

Medication Administration

College credits in Early Childhood Education

 

Benefits:

Paid time off (including major holidays)

Insurance (subsidized health, vision, dental, life, accident)

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PHILOSOPHY

KOCO is a nurturing child care center that values all children and excels in helping each child realize their full potential. At KOCO, we believe that children learn best through active play and exploration. Our curriculum is designed to facilitate this hands-on learning through a combination of scheduled daily activities. ​​​

"KOCO is a great place to work. The small business atmosphere is something that makes this daycare more special than the rest. KOCO is a family. My experience at KOCO has been nothing but enjoyable."  KOCO Employee

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We call our staff room The Zen Den. It has free coffee & snacks, soft lighting and vibrating recliners.

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First Aid CPR instruction for new staff members.

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Trunk or Treat with Lilly, Matt and Brian.

© 2014 KOCO: Kids of Chatham Organization, Inc.  /  Contact KOCO / 860-267-6080

12 Long Crossing Road / East Hampton, CT  06424

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