Flex Teacher

BERKSHIRE COUNTY HEAD START CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, INC; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire County Head Start is seeking a dedicated Flex Teacher to provide quality early childhood education in Pittsfield, MA. The role involves creating safe and engaging learning environments while supporting children’s development and family engagement. Candidates should have a high school diploma and ideally an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education along with at least 2 years of experience with young children. The role encourages adaptability and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years working with young children.
• Experience in an early childhood setting preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of developmentally appropriate activities.
• Assist in creating engaging learning environments.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy classroom environment.
• Assist with transportation duties as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Organized and flexible

Demonstrated patience and creativity

Basic knowledge of child development principles

Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Position Overview

Berkshire County Head Start (BCHS) is seeking a dedicated and flexible Flex Teacher to support high-quality early childhood education across our program. This role plays a key part in creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for young children while supporting families as their child’s first and most important teachers.

Description

The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, adaptable, and committed to fostering inclusive, engaging learning environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Child Development & Learning
  • Support the implementation of developmentally appropriate activities that promote cognitive, emotional, and physical growth
  • Assist in creating engaging, hands-on learning environments across all developmental domains
  • Encourage children’s exploration, discovery, and independence
  • Support social-emotional development through positive guidance and interaction
• Classroom Support & Interaction
  • Foster inclusive, respectful environments that value diversity
  • Promote positive behavior and respectful peer interactions
  • Assist teaching staff in delivering individualized learning experiences
• Health, Safety & Nutrition
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy classroom environment
  • Support children’s self-care routines, including handwashing and hygiene
  • Follow safety protocols, including authorized child release procedures
  • Assist with food handling and nutrition education activities
• Program Support
  • Assist with transportation duties (e.g., bus monitoring) as assigned
  • Support family engagement practices and inclusive program policies
  • Maintain awareness of children’s individual learning plans
• Professionalism
  • Maintain confidentiality of child and family information
  • Model organizational values and contribute to a positive team culture
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent (required)
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Experience
  • Minimum of 2 years working with young children
  • Experience in an early childhood setting preferred
  • Head Start experience a plus
• Skills & Abilities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Organized, flexible, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for working with children
  • Basic knowledge of child development principles
  • Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practices
• Preferred
  • Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole strongly encouraged)
  • Massachusetts EEC Teacher Certification