Infant/Toddler EEC Certified Teacher -Newton

ElevatEd•Newton, MA

3d•$47,940 - $53,040•Onsite

About The Position

JCC Greater Boston is seeking a dedicated Early Learning Center Certified Infant/Toddler Teacher for a full-time, salaried position. The teacher will support young children’s development in a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community, working collaboratively with colleagues and families to nurture lasting relationships, connection, and learning. The role involves creating a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate environment and curriculum, using observation and play-based assessment to support each child’s intellectual, social/emotional, moral, and physical development. Teachers document children’s learning and progress using COR Advantage and other methods, communicate regularly with families, and follow Massachusetts EEC regulations and guidelines. The position requires in-person work and includes daily outdoor playground duties, staff training, meetings, and professional development. Teachers collaborate with co-teachers and the center director on planning and an emergent curriculum, maintain classroom and child records, and build positive relationships with families. The starting salary is $47,940–$53,040, with the final offer based on the position’s scope, the candidate’s relevant experience, and internal equity.

Requirements

Must hold EEC teacher certification or be willing to become certified immediately.
Minimum qualification is EEC teacher certification; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion.
Knowledge of and familiarity with the needs of families with young children.
Ability to translate ideas, feedback, and data into creative, meaningful experiences that meet families’ needs.
Awareness of best practices that view children as competent and capable learners.
Good classroom management, oral and written language, and communication skills with parents, children, and colleagues.
Warm, welcoming manner and enjoyment of working with young children and their families.
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities while keeping child safety at the forefront.
Interest in continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, build and sustain working relationships, and develop strong relationships with varied stakeholders.
Able to work in person and perform daily outdoor playground duties.
Ability to climb stairs or a hill to reach the outdoor space, and to climb stairs with children between floors or in an emergency.
Ability to continually bend, kneel, and reach; regularly lift and carry young children weighing 20–30 pounds; frequently stoop or squat; and frequently sit on the floor or in very small chairs.
Must work during the annual training week, usually the last week of August; vacation is usually unavailable in September, and other time-off restrictions may apply due to school needs.

Nice To Haves

A B.A. in Early Childhood Education or a related field, such as elementary education, social work, or psychology.
An A.A. in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

Collaborate regularly with co-teachers, colleagues, and the director to develop a high-quality program based on observations and supporting each child's intellectual, social/emotional, moral, and physical development.
Ensure the health, safety, and security of all children.
Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that complies with Massachusetts EEC guidelines and frameworks.
Provide a positive, nurturing climate for children’s learning, growth, and development.
Support children’s positive self-image, independence, competency, individual identity, awareness of their needs and others’ rights, and verbalization of feelings and emotions.
Offer varied activities, materials, and experiences that encourage children to explore and learn through play.
Maintain an organized, aesthetically pleasing classroom that promotes children’s health and safety, and use the environment as the third teacher.
Set consistent limits using positive language and provide emotional safety.
Work with and incorporate suggestions from the Ledgewood Developmental Specialist.
Observe, assess, and document children’s development and experiences, including written progress reports using COR Advantage.
Document learning through portfolios, observational checklists, play-based assessments, digital photography or iPad, journals, or other methods determined by the center director.
Maintain and update classroom child files, including information about allergies and other traits pertinent to supporting each child.
Use computers, the internet, and digital equipment for curriculum development, implementation, and related school activities.
Meet with supervisors for direction as appropriate, attend staff meetings and in-service training, and meet EEC requirements for early education and care.
Plan regularly with co-teachers to reflect on the program and forecast future emergent-curriculum projects.
Establish positive, interactive relationships with families through informal conversations, feedback, and conferences.
Help parents and children adjust to school and inform parents about young children’s developmental stages and developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Participate in scheduled parent conferences several times a year, communicate daily with each child’s parents, and maintain classroom newsletters.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality regarding children and families and provide professional customer service to parents.
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.
Work during the training week, usually the last week of August, and coordinate vacation scheduling with the ELC Center Director.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
Health insurance.
Flexible spending account.
Group life insurance.
Long-term disability.
403(b) retirement plan.
Support of a child development specialist.
Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program.
Discounted JCCGB camp tuition (50–100% off).
Generous paid time off.
Free membership to the JCC Greater Boston facility in Newton, including virtual and in-person programs, indoor swimming, fitness classes, and workout facilities.
Discounts to JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more.
Professional development opportunities, including seven development days per year.
Outstanding classroom environments, materials, and outdoor play and nature spaces.