Children's Center Teacher

Williams College; Williamstown (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement contributions

Dependent tuition grants

Job summary

Williams College Children's Center is seeking experienced teachers to join a warm, year-round program dedicated to high-quality early education. We emphasize project-based emergent curriculum, collaboration, and ongoing professional growth.

We offer full-time employment with competitive pay and benefits, plus support for teacher certification. Join a skilled team committed to inclusive, play-based learning and strong relationships with children and families.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience with early childhood education or a combination of education and experience.
• Passion for and knowledge of early education and care principles and developmentally appropriate practices
• A degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with experience in an early care setting is preferred but not required
• Candidates must meet the teacher certification requirements established by the Department of Early Education and Care, or be able to obtain within 12 months with coursework covered by Williams

Responsibilities

• Respond to children's interests and strengths and use those insights in collaboration with staff to create project-based emergent curriculum.
• Actively participate in school-wide staff inquiry and development.
• Interact with children, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Join the classroom activities and contribute to a busy, engaging learning environment.

Skills

Early childhood education

Team collaboration

Student development

Child safety awareness

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Williams College Children's Center is looking for experienced teachers to join our team dedicated to providing quality child care and education. This is a full-time, year-round, regular appointment. The Williams College Children's Center has a warm and inviting program with state-of-the-art facilities developed expressly for early childhood education.

We are looking for someone who will respond to children's interests and strengths and use those insights in collaboration with other staff to create project-based emergent curriculum. You will enthusiastically participate in school-wide staff inquiry and development and show a commitment to advancing a career in Early Childhood Education.

Who We Are:

We are energetic, passionate teachers who believe children are capable and active learners. We believe relationships between children, teachers, and families are essential to and the foundation of all early childhood learning. We believe the environment, both the classroom and the natural, support, guide, and enhance children's exploration and discovery. We believe we are all learners together.

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Is excited to learn about and respond to children’s interests and strengths
• Enjoys being part of a team and working collaboratively and who is ready to enthusiastically participate in school-wide inquiry and development
• Believes children learn best through play and project-based emergent curriculum
• Is enthusiastic to interact with children, families, and staff from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Is eager to actively join the physical play and action of a busy classroom

Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience with early childhood education, or a combination of education and experience is required.
• Passion for and knowledge of early education and care principles and developmentally appropriate practices
• A degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with experience in an early care setting is preferred but not required
• Candidates must meet the teacher certification requirements established by the Department of Early Education and Care, or be able to obtain within 12 months with coursework covered by Williams

Physical Demands & Essential Functions:

To ensure the safety and well-being of the children in the Center, this position requires the ability to: Move and transport children and/or equipment weighing up to 35 pounds across campus for various classroom and event needs. Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, and move quickly from a seated to a standing or moving position to respond to urgent child safety needs. Position oneself to interact with children at eye level (including on the floor or low chairs). Observe and detect hazards in the environment to ensure child safety indoors and outdoors. Traverse the campus with children for extended periods of time.

Williams provides full coverage of coursework for new hires seeking teacher certification. Prior to certification, your title would be Assistant Teacher, to be promoted to Teacher with a pay bump upon certification.

Williams also provides excellent benefits, including health insurance from day one, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, generous retirement contributions, dependent tuition grants worth up to $20,000 per year per child and much more.

Williams College celebrates individuals who are eager to engage with and respect diverse perspectives and worldviews. Individuals committed to creating a culturally responsive and inclusive environment that welcomes the broad diversity of Williams families and our community are encouraged to apply.

Pay ranges from $23.00 to $26.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and relevant certification.

ALL employees must have completed an I-9 BEFORE they can begin work.

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable.

Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive.

As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at [phone] or email at [e-mail].

Located in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, Williams offers a rich academic environment in a beautiful setting. The Berkshires - known as a cultural corridor - are a great place to live, work, and play. With natural beauty, rich history, and top-notch schools, there Berkshires hosts an array of recreational opportunities from world-class museums to hiking trails. The New York Capital Region, Albany International Airport, and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Train Station are just an hour away, and Boston and New York City are within a three-hour drive. The college's vibrant 450-acre campus is home to approximately 2,000 students who bring vibrancy to picturesque Williamstown. Many people relocate here for their job at Williams but stay for the community connections that they build. We hope you'll take some time to explore the resources here and get to know more about our community- the one here on campus as well as the broader communities of Williamstown and the Berkshires.