Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: YWCA Central Massachusetts - Worcester, MA 01608Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $19.50 - $24.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Title: I/T Teacher                                                                      Department: Childcare
Reports to: Lead Teacher                                                             Effective Date: March 2025
Schedule: Full time, Monday through Friday                         Remote Position: No
Hours:  Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Job Summary:
Manage ongoing programming in assigned classroom in a professional and confidential manner and in a way which incorporates the developmental and culturally sensitive philosophy of the Center and creates an inclusive learning environment to ensure the highest quality of care for children, as well as compliance with NAEYC standards, Department of Early Education and Care, and health and safety regulations.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Duties/Responsibilities:
Develop, implement and maintain a safe environment and curriculum using Teaching Strategies Gold where children can learn and grow at their own pace, interact comfortably with adults, and have the opportunity to participate in individual and group [small and large] activities that recognize and values diversity of all children and ensure all learners have equal access to learning opportunities.
Supervise children in play and structured activities.
Maintain a safe and clean environment for children; perform light housekeeping duties as needed.
Assist Lead Teacher in conducting Ages in Stages quarterly assessments using Teaching Strategies Gold tool for children in classroom.
Assist Lead Teacher in maintaining classroom records as per licensing.
Attend scheduled staff meetings; maintain Health and Safety, First Aid and CPR certification; complete all required hours of training each year as per DEEC and QRIS guidelines.
Develop and follow annual Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP).
Complete Environmental Rating Scales yearly with a classroom action plan.
Maintain and update NAEYC classroom portfolios.
Maintain EEC Professional Qualifications (PQ) Registry.
Maintain student/teacher ratios at all times.
Foster a positive, inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and encourages collaboration among staff, children and families.
Perform other duties as requested.
QualificationsRequired Skills/Abilities:
Ability to relate with co-workers and parents in a cooperative/positive manner to work together towards a common goal, where educators and parents can contribute and feel comfortable
Ability to work with families and children of diverse cultural backgrounds
Solid computer skills
Education and Experience:
DEEC qualified
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education required, or must be enrolled in an Early Childhood Education degree program
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the classroom.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
Must be able to bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.
Run or move quickly to respond to emergency situations
Requires good physical stamina and agility