Weymouth

South Shore Stars•Quincy, MA

About The Position

South Shore Stars is a not-for-profit organization offering early education and youth development programs to children and families south of Boston. The Preschool Teacher works as part of a classroom teaching team under the supervision of a Lead Teacher, planning for an assigned small group and the individual children in that group. The Teacher is responsible for classroom functioning when the Lead Teacher is absent. The role supports a stimulating, nurturing classroom and developmentally appropriate learning. It includes planning activities and weekly small-group instruction, completing parent reports, participating in child assessments and individual planning, supporting classroom goals and licensing and accreditation requirements, and communicating with families. The Teacher also participates in team meetings, professional development, trainings, and family events, and follows agency policies and documentation requirements. South Shore Stars is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that values diversity and supports the development of staff, children, families, and the communities it serves.

Requirements

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, or an associate or bachelor's degree in another field with 18 early childhood education credits.
One year of experience teaching young children.
Demonstrated ability to successfully complete program responsibilities.
Demonstrated classroom management skills.
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and demonstrated commitment to them.
Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
Knowledge of child assessment and ability to use data to develop and implement individual plans.
Warm and nurturing personality.
Strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
Commitment to the agency's mission of supporting low-income families and at-risk children.
DEEC Teacher Preschool certification required.
Ability to lift at least 40 pounds and work in a non-sedentary environment.

Responsibilities

Help maintain a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities and teaching strategies.
Develop weekly plans for the assigned small group.
Complete required parent reports for children in the assigned small group.
Help organize and maintain classroom order, equipment, and materials.
Participate in child assessments and use the information to develop individual plans for children in the assigned small group.
Help complete the goals of the annual classroom Action Plan.
Actively participate in team, curriculum, and other classroom meetings.
Support implementation of licensing and accreditation requirements.
Follow agency policies and procedures and complete required documentation.
Communicate daily with the Lead Teacher about activities, incidents, and concerns.
Complete an annual professional development plan and attend required meetings and trainings.
Maintain open and supportive communication with families.
Hold the required number of family conferences for children in the assigned small group.
Participate in Center family events and support family involvement activities.
Perform other duties assigned by the Lead Teacher or Center Director.
Be responsible for classroom functioning in the Lead Teacher's absence.