WeHa Preschool Program Seeks Part-Time Help

Town of West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD, CT — The Busy Bee’s program at the Elmwood Community Center is looking for part-time staff members to start in September.

Busy Bees for 2's & 3's is an enrichment program for preschool-age children.

"It's an interactive fun-filled environment that includes singing, stories, free play and other opportunities to socialize and develop independence," wrote the Town of West Hartford in an announcement.

The program runs Monday-Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

The program operates from September through June and follows West Hartford Public Schools schedule. It is closed on holidays or inclement weather.

Positions are available for all five mornings or two to three mornings a week.

Qualifications are:

• Employment dependent on successful background check.

• A high school degree or equivalent education.

• Have at least one year of experience working with children and/or a certificate in early childhood education or currently working towards the completion of one.

• Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences.

• Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities.

• Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull and carry children.

• Have dependable transportation.

The pay is $15 to $16 per hour

Prospective candidates can apply online and they must make sure to check Elmwood Community Center at the bottom of Page 2 before submitting the application.

To apply, click on this link.