Job Description
Job Description
Summary
RCCC is a non-profit, licensed Early Childhood Education program based in Middlebury, Vermont. Founded in response to Vermont’s ongoing child care crisis, RCCC is committed to providing high-quality care and meaningful learning experiences for up to 24 children and their families from Addison County and surrounding areas.
Our approach to education is play-based, allowing children to learn through hands-on experiences tailored to their interests and developmental stages. We create inclusive, supportive, and responsive learning environments that recognize and celebrate the unique needs and abilities of every child.
At RCCC, we are a school of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that every child and family feels welcome, included, and supported throughout their early childhood journey. We believe that raising children is a community effort, and we strive to build a strong village of families and community members—a space where all voices are heard, all people are valued, and all children thrive.
As Early Childhood professionals, we know that we cannot achieve our goal without a team of dedicated, passionate, and caring educators to join us. In joining our team, you will not only be contributing to the greater Addison County community, but joining an establishment that understands early childhood educators are professionals deserving of a high quality work environment, work-life balance, opportunities and support for personal and professional growth and development, and genuine recognition for the work that they do.
Duties
As an member of our team, you will work alongside co-teachers and colleagues to create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment. You are a key part of the teaching team—supporting children with compassion, consistency, and curiosity while fostering strong relationships with families and colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Prioritize the health, safety, and emotional well-being of all children.
- Foster a sense of belonging and trust in the classroom.
- Use positive, developmentally appropriate guidance and redirection.
- Collaborate with teaching teams to design and deliver emergent, child-centered curriculum.
- Support RCCC’s Reggio-inspired philosophy through documentation, observation, and reflection.
- Build open and respectful communication with families.
- Stay current with Vermont State Child Care Regulations and RCCC policies.
- Engage in professional development (minimum of 15 hours annually) and maintain an active Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP).
Requirements
Required Qualifications
You meet the qualifications required for a Teacher Associate under Vermont regulations by being:
- At least 20 years of age, and
- A high school graduate or GED holder, and
Meeting one of the following:
- Hold a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level 3 Certificate
- Hold an associate degree in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education, or Child and Family Services, plus 12 months of experience working with children in grade 3 or younger
- Have completed the Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program
- Hold a Child Care Certificate from the Community College of Vermont, plus 12 months of experience working with children in grade 3 or younger
- Have successfully completed 21 college credits with an early childhood or school-age focus, plus 12 months of experience
Benefits
We value the well-being of our educators and provide a competitive benefits package, including:
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual of 15 days (120 hours) per year.
- Paid Holidays & Breaks (20 days total):
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day & Day after Thanksgiving
- Winter Break (8 days, Dec. 24 – Jan. 2)
- Spring Break (3 days, April 22–24)
- Memorial Day
- Summer Break (5 days, week of July 4)
- Health & Wellness Benefits:
- Dental and vision insurance
- $1,000 Lifestyle Spending Account (prorated quarterly)
- Life and disability insurance
- Childcare Discount: 50% off tuition for enrolled children of employees