Open Positions
We are always looking for thoughtful, collaborative educators who are inspired by working with young children and contributing to a strong professional community. If you are interested in joining our team, we invite you to explore our open positions or reach out directly at info@tcsridgefield.com to introduce yourself.
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Tribeca Community School Ridgefield, an early education program in the heart of Ridgefield CT, seeks associate teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. Associate teachers will work on a collaborative team. This is a 12-month position. Schedule based on a Monday–Friday work week.
Position Summary:
The associate teacher is responsible for cultivating a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where students are viewed as capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the associate teacher will work alongside the lead teacher to create meaningful opportunities for exploration, discovery, and connection while honoring each child's unique rhythms, interests, and emerging strengths.
As a founding member of our faculty, the associate teacher will work alongside the lead teacher and TCS team to shape the culture and identity of our 2’s program. We are seeking educators who are collaborative, reflective, and genuinely excited by the opportunity to help build something new. A program rooted in relationships, inquiry, and a deep respect for children.
Responsibilities Include:
Work collaboratively to create a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive classroom where students feel secure and valued.
Work alongside the lead teachers in observing children's interests and developmental milestones to support meaningful learning experiences.
View the environment as an active participant in children's learning, carefully selecting natural, open-ended materials that encourage inquiry.
Co-create activities that facilitate early cognitive, emotional, and social development.
Support each child’s development with language, fine and gross motor skills.
Assist with basic self-help skills of toilet training, handwashing and transitions while maintaining open communication with families.
Assist in maintaining accurate daily records of meals, diapering, and naps.
Practice safe sleep procedures in accordance with state licensing regulations and best practices.
Ensure each classroom meets state licensing requirements, food allergy management, sanitation guidelines and emergency procedures as outlined by the OEC.
Mentor and collaborate with the lead teacher to ensure consistency in caregiving and educational practices.
Reflect on own teaching practice; develop and work toward goals.
Qualifications:
Required
Minimum of three -five years of experience working with toddlers in a licensed early childhood program.
Previous assistant teaching experience.
Strong understanding of toddler development and responsive caregiving practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and comfortably meet the physical demands of caring for toddlers.
Commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development, while maintaining up to date knowledge through relevant training and certifications.
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Administration of Medication Training for Child Care
Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based early childhood program.
Experience with pedagogical documentation.
Knowledge of toddler observation and reflective practice.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is based on education and experience
Eligibility for health insurance and 401k retirement available for full-time employees.
Professional development opportunities
To apply, email your resume and a cover letter to info@tcsridgefield.com. Please let us know what position(s) you are interested and whether you are looking for Part or Full Time positions.
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Tribeca Community School Ridgefield, an early education program in the heart of Ridgefield CT, seeks an associate teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. Associate teachers will work on a collaborative team with a lead teacher. This is a 12-month position. Schedule based on a Monday–Friday work week.
Position Summary:
The associate teacher is responsible for cultivating a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where students are viewed as capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the associate teacher will work alongside the lead teacher to create meaningful opportunities for exploration, discovery, and connection while honoring each child's unique rhythms, interests, and emerging strengths.
As a founding member of our faculty, the associate teacher will work alongside the TCS team to shape the culture and identity of our 3/4’s program. We are seeking educators who are collaborative, reflective, and genuinely excited by the opportunity to help build something new. A program rooted in relationships, inquiry, and a deep respect for children.
Responsibilities Include:
Support the lead teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive classroom where students feel secure and valued.
Work alongside the lead teacher in observing children's interests and developmental milestones to support meaningful learning experiences that encourage curiosity and school readiness.
View the environment as an active participant in children's learning, carefully selecting natural, open-ended materials that encourage inquiry.
Support each child’s continued development with language, fine and gross motor skills.
Support student’s social growth and skills through interpersonal interactions such as sharing, conflict resolution and cooperation.
Assist with self-care skills of personal hygiene, eating, toilet training and transitions while maintaining open communication with families.
Assist in maintaining accurate daily records of meals, diapering, and naps.
Practice safe sleep procedures in accordance with state licensing regulations and best practices.
Ensure each classroom meets state licensing requirements, food allergy management, sanitation guidelines and emergency procedures as outlined by the OEC.
Mentor and collaborate with lead teachers to ensure consistency in caregiving and educational practices.
Reflect on own teaching practice; develop and work toward goals.
Qualifications:
Required
Minimum of three -five years of experience working with children in a licensed early childhood program.
Previous assistant teaching experience.
Strong understanding of child development and responsive caregiving practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and comfortably meet the physical demands of caring for children.
Commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development, while maintaining up to date knowledge through relevant training and certifications.
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Administration of Medication Training for Child Care.
Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based early childhood program.
Experience with pedagogical documentation.
Knowledge of student observation and reflective practice.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is based on education and experience
Eligibility for health insurance and 401k retirement available for full-time employees.
Professional development opportunities
To apply, email your resume and a cover letter to info@tcsridgefield.com. Please let us know what position(s) you are interested and whether you are looking for Part or Full Time positions.
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Tribeca Community School Ridgefield, an early education program in the heart of Ridgefield CT, seeks associate teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. Associate teachers will work on a collaborative team. This is a 12-month position. Schedule based on a Monday–Friday work week.
Position Summary:
The Associate Teacher is responsible for cultivating a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where infants are viewed as capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the associate teacher will work alongside the lead teacher to create meaningful opportunities for exploration, discovery, and connection while honoring each child's unique rhythms, interests, and emerging strengths.
As a founding member of our faculty, the associate teacher will work alongside the lead teacher and TCS team to shape the culture and identity of our infant program. We are seeking educators who are collaborative, reflective, and genuinely excited by the opportunity to help build something new. A program rooted in relationships, inquiry, and a deep respect for children.
Responsibilities Include:
Support the lead teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive classroom where infants feel secure and valued.
Work alongside the lead teacher in observing children's interests and developmental milestones to support meaningful learning experiences.
View the environment as an active participant in children's learning, carefully selecting natural, open-ended materials that encourage inquiry.
Practice safe sleep procedures in accordance with state licensing regulations and best practices.
Support the lead teacher in developing individualized care during feeding, diapering, sleeping, and transitions while maintaining open communication with families.
Assist in maintaining accurate daily records of meals, bottles, diapering, and naps.
Ensure each classroom meets state licensing requirements, food allergy management, sanitation guidelines and emergency procedures as outlined by the OEC.
Mentor and collaborate with the lead teacher to ensure consistency in caregiving and educational practices.
Reflect on own teaching practice; develop and work toward goals.
Qualifications:
Required
Minimum of three - five years of experience working with infants in a licensed early childhood program.
Previous assistant teaching experience.
Strong understanding of infant development and responsive caregiving practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and comfortably meet the physical demands of caring for infants.
Commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development, while maintaining up to date knowledge through relevant training and certifications.
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Administration of Medication Training for Child Care.
Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based early childhood program.
Experience with pedagogical documentation.
Knowledge of infant observation and reflective practice.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is based on education and experience.
Eligibility for health insurance and 401k retirement available for full-time employees.
Professional development opportunities.
To apply, email your resume and a cover letter to info@tcsridgefield.com. Please let us know what position(s) you are interested and whether you are looking for Part or Full Time positions.
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Tribeca Community School Ridgefield, an early education program in the heart of Ridgefield CT, seeks a lead teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Lead teachers will work on a collaborative team with an associate teacher. This is a full–time, 12-month position. Schedule based on a 40 hour work week, Monday - Friday.
Position Summary:
The lead teacher is responsible for cultivating a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where students are viewed as capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the lead teacher creates meaningful opportunities for exploration, discovery, and connection while honoring each child's unique rhythms, interests, and emerging strengths.
As a founding member of our faculty, the lead teacher will play a meaningful role in shaping the culture and identity of our 2’s program. We are seeking educators who are collaborative, reflective, and genuinely excited by the opportunity to help build something new. A program rooted in relationships, inquiry, and a deep respect for children.
Responsibilities Include:
Create a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive classroom where students feel secure and valued.
Observe children's interests and developmental milestones to support meaningful learning experiences.
View the environment as an active participant in children's learning, carefully selecting natural, open-ended materials that encourage inquiry.
Promote activities that facilitate early cognitive, emotional, and social development.
Support each child’s development with language, fine and gross motor skills.
Assist with basic self-help skills of toilet training, handwashing and transitions while maintaining open communication with families.
Maintain accurate daily records of meals, diapering, and naps.
Practice safe sleep procedures in accordance with state licensing regulations and best practices.
Ensure each classroom meets state licensing requirements, food allergy management, sanitation guidelines and emergency procedures as outlined by the OEC.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences twice per year.
Mentor and collaborate with assistant teachers to ensure consistency in caregiving and educational practices.
Reflect on own teaching practice; develop and work toward goals.
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
Minimum of five years of experience working with toddlers in a licensed early childhood program.
Previous lead teaching experience.
Strong understanding of toddler development and responsive caregiving practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and comfortably meet the physical demands of caring for toddlers.
Commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development, while maintaining up to date knowledge through relevant training and certifications.
Preferred
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Administration of Medication Training for Child Care
Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based early childhood program.
Experience with pedagogical documentation.
Knowledge of toddler observation and reflective practice.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is based on education and experience
Eligible for health insurance and 401k retirement plan
Professional development opportunities
To apply, email your resume and a cover letter to info@tcsridgefield.com.
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Tribeca Community School Ridgefield, an early education program in the heart of Ridgefield CT, seeks a lead teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Lead teachers will work on a collaborative team with an associate teacher. This is a full–time, 12-month position. Schedule based on a 40 hour work week, Monday - Friday.
Position Summary:
The lead teacher is responsible for cultivating a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where students are viewed as capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the lead teacher creates meaningful opportunities for exploration, discovery, and connection while honoring each child's unique rhythms, interests, and emerging strengths.
As a founding member of our faculty, the lead teacher will play a meaningful role in shaping the culture and identity of our 3/4’s program. We are seeking educators who are collaborative, reflective, and genuinely excited by the opportunity to help build something new. A program rooted in relationships, inquiry, and a deep respect for children.
Responsibilities Include:
Create a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive classroom where students feel secure and valued.
Observe children's interests and developmental milestones to support meaningful learning experiences that encourage curiosity and school readiness.
View the environment as an active participant in children's learning, carefully selecting natural, open-ended materials that encourage inquiry.
Support each child’s continued development with language, fine and gross motor skills.
Support student’s social growth and skills through interpersonal interactions such as sharing, conflict resolution and cooperation.
Assist with self-care skills of personal hygiene, eating, toilet training and transitions while maintaining open communication with families.
Ensure each classroom meets state licensing requirements, food allergy management, sanitation guidelines and emergency procedures as outlined by the OEC.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences twice per year
Mentor and collaborate with assistant teachers to ensure consistency in caregiving and educational practices.
Reflect on own teaching practice; develop and work toward goals.
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
Minimum of five years of experience working with children in a licensed early childhood program.
Previous lead teaching experience.
Strong understanding of child development and responsive caregiving practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and comfortably meet the physical demands of caring for children.
Commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development, while maintaining up to date knowledge through relevant training and certifications.
Preferred
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Administration of Medication Training for Child Care
Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based early childhood program.
Experience with pedagogical documentation.
Knowledge of student observation and reflective practice.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is based on education and experience
Eligible for health insurance and 401k retirement plan
Professional development opportunities
To apply, email your resume and a cover letter to info@tcsridgefield.com.
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Tribeca Community School Ridgefield, an early education program in the heart of Ridgefield CT, seeks a lead teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Lead teachers will work on a collaborative team with 2 associate teachers. This is a full–time, 12-month position. Schedule based on a 40 hour work week, Monday - Friday.
Position Summary:
The Lead Teacher is responsible for cultivating a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where infants are viewed as capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the lead teacher creates meaningful opportunities for exploration, discovery, and connection while honoring each child's unique rhythms, interests, and emerging strengths.
As a founding member of our faculty, the lead teacher will play a meaningful role in shaping the culture and identity of our infant program. We are seeking educators who are collaborative, reflective, and genuinely excited by the opportunity to help build something new. A program rooted in relationships, inquiry, and a deep respect for children.
Responsibilities Include:
Create a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive classroom where infants feel secure and valued.
Observe children's interests and developmental milestones to support meaningful learning experiences.
View the environment as an active participant in children's learning, carefully selecting natural, open-ended materials that encourage inquiry.
Practice safe sleep procedures in accordance with state licensing regulations and best practices.
Provide individualized care during feeding, diapering, sleeping, and transitions while maintaining open communication with families.
Maintain accurate daily records of meals, bottles, diapering, and naps.
Ensure each classroom meets state licensing requirements, food allergy management, sanitation guidelines and emergency procedures as outlined by the OEC.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences twice per year
Mentor and collaborate with assistant teachers to ensure consistency in caregiving and educational practices.
Reflect on own teaching practice; develop and work toward goals.
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
Minimum of five years of experience working with infants in a licensed early childhood program.
Previous lead teaching experience.
Strong understanding of infant development and responsive caregiving practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and comfortably meet the physical demands of caring for infants.
Commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development, while maintaining up to date knowledge through relevant training and certifications.
Preferred
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Administration of Medication Training for Child Care
Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based early childhood program.
Experience with pedagogical documentation.
Knowledge of infant observation and reflective practice.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is based on education and experience
Eligible for health insurance and 401k retirement plan
Professional development opportunities
To apply, email your resume and a cover letter to info@tcsridgefield.com.