Center Base Teacher - Preschool
About The Position
Triumph supports the education, well-being, and self-sufficiency of young children and their families through high-quality early childhood programs and community engagement. The Center Based Teacher facilitates and guides activities for a preschool classroom. The role includes implementing curriculum, supporting daily classroom activities, and selecting and arranging classroom equipment and materials. The teacher maintains a safe, neat, organized learning environment that is welcoming, nurturing, and high functioning. The position is Monday through Friday, 32.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. The teacher must be available to work the shift beginning at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 3:00 p.m. English is required; applicants who are bilingual in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian-Creole are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Minimum Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Massachusetts EEC Teacher Preschool certification; the agency offers certification if it has not been obtained independently.
- Knowledge and experience with developmentally appropriate practices.
- At least 1–2 years of experience working with preschool children.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- English speaking ability.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual ability in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian-Creole.
Responsibilities
- Assist with implementing developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Communicate with families about their children's development and progress.
- Guide and facilitate children's activities, including curriculum implementation, daily activities, and field trips.
- Select and arrange classroom equipment and materials.
- Maintain a safe, neat, organized, welcoming, nurturing, and high-functioning learning environment.
- Complete and submit required forms and records accurately and on time.
- Participate in pre-service training, in-service training, and other mandatory training to meet EEC and Head Start requirements.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% agency match
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Paid personal time
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
