Float Teacher

Horizons For Homeless Children•Roxbury, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Horizons for Homeless Children is a Boston-based non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of young children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts. We help their families succeed by providing high-quality early education, opportunities for play, and comprehensive family support services. Our advocacy efforts extend our impact and advance our vision of ending homelessness among families with young children. A Float Teacher is responsible for the constant supervision of children in multiple classrooms. A Float Teacher reviews important decisions with their Supervising Teachers as appropriate. A Float Teacher supports and follows all Horizons for Homeless Children policies and procedures.

Requirements

Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to collaborate and solve problems using a team approach.
Supervision skills that focus on strengths, mutual respect, consistent feedback, professional growth, and inclusion.
Ability and willingness to handle all sensitive information confidentially.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Basic computer skills and knowledge to effectively use MS Office applications and other relevant ECE software applications.
Commitment to Horizons mission and ability to embody our core values (Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative, and Passionate).
Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Teacher Certification required.
At least 9 months to 1 year or more of relevant work experience.

Nice To Haves

Priority will be given to individuals who have had previous experience working with homeless children and their families, multi-ethnic urban families, or with children at risk.
12 ECE Credits minimum preferred for Head Start classrooms.
Associates and or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) or related field strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Constant supervision of children in multiple classrooms.
Review important decisions with their Supervising Teachers as appropriate.
Support and follow all Horizons for Homeless Children policies and procedures.
Display knowledge of early childhood development.
Contribute to the design and implementation of a dynamic, creative, age-appropriate, and multi-cultural curriculum.
Practice positive behavior management techniques in guiding children’s behavior.
Maintain an accurate and up to date PQ registry.
Maintain the required 20 hours of professional Development annually.
Communicate with children in a positive way that demonstrates genuine interest and respect and exhibits sensitivity to children as individuals.
Communicate positively with parents daily to inform them of their child’s ongoing development and activities.
Assist in the design and implementation of other classroom parent communication systems (i.e. bulletin boards, monthly newsletters, etc.).
Maintain appropriate standards of health and safety in accordance with state regulations and Horizons for Homeless Children policies and procedures.
Understand and implement emergency procedures.
Coordinate transitions for children to and from classrooms.
Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair and inform Teacher when supplies are low.