Preschool/PreK Teacher - Woburn

YMCA of Greater Boston • Woburn, MA

266d • $21 - $31

About The Position

Come join our talented team of Early Education Teachers at the YMCA of Greater Boston! We are seeking professional and engaging teachers for our Child Development Programs across the City of, and Suburban Boston. The YMCA of Greater Boston is dedicated to providing excellent family-centered infant, toddler, preschool, and after school care. We’re looking for EEC certified teachers to enrich the lives of the children we serve.

Requirements

• EEC certification required.
• At least 21 years old and meet the requirements for Department of Early Education and Care.
• Ability to become First Aid and CPR certified within first six months of employment.
• Obtain Child Abuse Prevention Training within the first 60 days of employment.
• Complete Blood Born Pathogen Training and Sexual Harassment Training within the first 60 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Mission driven and committed to the goals of the YMCA.
• Good human relations skills to facilitate positive relationships with community agencies, staff, families, and program participants.
• Enjoy working with kids and creating educational experiences.

Responsibilities

• Keep safety of children as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, families, and other staff at all times.
• Plans and implements age appropriate curriculum that fosters children’s development.
• Provides differentiated instruction to meet the individual needs of children in the classroom.
• Conduct child assessments and provides feedback and recommendations to parents and caregivers.
• Lead by personal example, help to interpret the quality of the YMCA character values of children, staff, and families. Are positive healthy role models.
• Uses positive and constructive methods of behavior management and ensures that all staff do the same.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and appropriate behavior and guide transitions smoothly.
• Collaborate with the co-teacher in the design of the classroom space. Are responsible for making sure that materials are ready for use and put away at the end of the day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees