Overnight Head Teacher (Two Shifts Available: 3 PM-11 PM or 11 PM-7 AM)

Company: Little Rainbow Daycare
Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Summary Little Rainbow Daycare Center is now accepting applications for qualified Early Childhood Head Teachers to support our evening and overnight childcare program. We are seeking dependable, professional, and nurturing educators who are passionate about supporting young children during critical stages of development. We currently have openings for the following shifts: Shift A: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM Shift B: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM The Overnight Head Teacher is responsible for maintaining a safe, developmentally appropriate classroom environment and providing high-quality care aligned with Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) regulations. The ideal candidate will be warm, patient, and committed to helping children learn, grow, and thrive. Duties Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging classroom environment. Positively impact the life of every child through nurturing, encouragement, and guidance. Communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and supervisors. Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with children and families. Implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities suitable for evening and overnight programming. Use observation and assessment tools to document developmental progress. Interpret assessment data to adjust classroom activities and support individual learning needs. Collaborate with team members to ensure children meet developmental milestones. Follow Little Rainbow Daycare and OEC health, safety, and compliance standards at all times. Requirements Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Required) CT OEC-approved Head Teacher Certificate (Required) Must be active in the CT OEC Registry CPR First Aid Certification (Required) Previous childcare or teaching experience preferred Ability to work assigned shift consistently Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills Nice To Haves Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field CT OEC Head Teacher Certificate (active and verified in the CT OEC Registry) CPR First Aid Certification Ability to work either 3 PM–11 PM or 11 PM–7 AM shift consistently Strong communication, professionalism, and reliability Experience working with children in a licensed childcare setting Ability to maintain a safe, nurturing environment at all times Ability to complete documentation and assessments as required Ability to follow all state and program policies, procedures, and health/safety standards

Keywords: Little Rainbow Daycare, Hamden , Overnight Head Teacher (Two Shifts Available: 3 PM-11 PM or 11 PM-7 AM), Education / Teaching , Bridgeport, Connecticut