Preschool Teacher
South Shore YMCA•Norwell, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
Trade the four walls of a traditional classroom for woods, trails, and open sky. At the South Shore YMCA's Nature Science Center in Norwell, MA, you'll lead a preschool classroom built around real dirt, real weather, and real discovery. As a Preschool Teacher, you'll guide young learners through nature-based exploration up to 80% of the day outdoors, rain or shine, the kind of hands-on, wonder-filled early childhood experience that stays with kids for life.
Requirements
- Meet EEC Teacher qualifications.
- Degree in Early Childhood Education (Associate's preferred, Bachelor's a plus).
- Knowledge of EEC regulations, QRIS Standards, and NAEYC best practices.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Strong classroom management skills and ability to work collaboratively.
- Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.
Nice To Haves
- Classroom experience preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Create & Implement: Develop engaging lesson plans that support children's physical, cognitive, and emotional development.
- Nurture & Support: Foster strong relationships with children and families, keeping them informed of their progress.
- Ensure Safety & Inclusion: Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming learning environment where every child feels valued.
- Collaborate & Grow: Work with a team of educators to create a positive, cohesive classroom atmosphere.
- Meet High Standards: Maintain compliance with EEC regulations, NAEYC best practices, and quality standards.
Benefits
- Sick time accrual: 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
- Complimentary individual YMCA membership.
- 25% discount on childcare.
- 50% discount on camp.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
