Associate Preschool Teacher-White Mountains Learning Center

Child Care Resources Inc; Gorham (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading organization focused on youth development. This full-time position at the White Mountains Learning Center offers the chance to positively impact children's lives as a caring mentor. You'll create engaging curricula, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Extensive benefits are included, supporting your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Mileage Reimbursement

Access to Child Care Programs

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications.

Responsibilities

• Create an environment that facilitates Youth Development Outcomes.
• Plan and outline curriculum to meet individual needs.
• Supervise staff, volunteers, and students.

Skills

Communication

Child Development

Curriculum Development

Education

Associate Teacher Qualification

Job description

Summary

Are you motivated to make a difference in the lives of children? Do you have the skills and dedication to join our team at the Boys & Girls Club? If so, we invite you to apply ASAP.

If you're looking for fulfilling, meaningful work and the chance to positively impact children as a capable and caring mentor, look no further. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and support your professional growth.

We are excited to offer a full-time position at the White Mountains Learning Center. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and caring.

Duties

Prepare Youth for Success

• Create an environment that facilitates Youth Development Outcomes.
• Respond sensitively to children's interests, requests, and needs, encouraging exploration and positive guidance.
• Plan and outline curriculum to meet individual needs, incorporating elements of emergent curriculum.
• Maintain program goals to ensure health and safety.
• Evaluate programs regularly, tracking outcomes and ensuring responsiveness to member diversity.
• Use observation notes for curriculum planning and maintain accurate records.
• Account for members by name and face.
• Ensure compliance with NAEYC standards, GSQ, Culture DNA, BGCCNNH, and CCLU policies.
• Administer medications and first aid as needed, communicating with families.
• Assist in classroom upkeep and organization.

Program Development, Implementation, and Supervision

• Maintain proper record-keeping and weekly reports.
• Communicate effectively with families, staff, and children.
• Supervise staff, volunteers, and students; provide feedback.
• Support volunteers and students through modeling.
• Lead planning meetings and increase program visibility via social media and communication channels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be an associate teacher qualified before November 6, 2017, with relevant coursework or experience.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum development, and child development.
• Ability to create developmentally appropriate relationships and promote positive behavior.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to adhere to dress code and policies.
• Obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications.
• May need to drive the club van and maintain a safe driving record.
• Willingness to assist with cleaning and organization, maintain confidentiality, and travel occasionally.

Additional expectations include background checks and adherence to zero-tolerance policies for abuse.

Nice To Haves

Visit www.nhyouth.org to learn more about our organization.

Benefits

This is a full-time hourly position with extensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off, professional development, mileage reimbursement, and access to child care programs.