Floater Preschool Teacher

Paycom - ATS; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Hire Bonus

Retention Bonus

Professional development training paid

Job summary

The Community Group in Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated preschool teacher responsible for planning and delivering a developmentally appropriate curriculum that fosters exploration, creativity, and social-emotional growth in young children. The role emphasizes a safe, engaging classroom and collaboration with staff.

You will lead activities, track progress, communicate with families, and support inclusivity while maintaining records and participating in professional development.

Qualifications

• Uphold The Community Group's mission and educational model.
• Must be at least 21 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Experience with developmentally appropriate practices and inclusive classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Create a safe, engaging classroom environment that supports exploration.
• Lead and train assistants, volunteers, and interns to foster a nurturing space.
• Collaborate with colleagues to craft daily activities and routines.
• Deliver developmentally appropriate lessons and track each child's progress.
• Communicate progress to families and maintain records of achievements.
• Support children with special needs or referrals as needed.
• Attend staff and parent meetings and participate in trainings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Flexible and patient

Problem-solving & collaboration

Education

Massachusetts EEC Teacher Certification

Associate or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred)

First Aid and CPR certification preferred

Job description

At a Glance:

• Bonus Incentives: $1000 New Hire Bonus and $1000 Retention Bonus*
• Nine-hour shift (programming hours: 7:00am-5:30pm)
• Designated one-hour break.
• Training for professional development is compensated to employees.

Job Summary:

A teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum to promote the growth and development of young children. They create a positive and stimulating classroom environment that encourages active learning, exploration, and creativity.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Be the guardian of our little ones' well-being, ensuring their health and safety while they explore the wonders of our classroom environment.
• Foster a love for learning through creative and interactive teaching methods.
• Lead with compassion, guiding and training assistants, volunteers, and interns to create a nurturing classroom learning environment.
• Work in collaboration with others to craft age-appropriate daily activities, establish engaging routines, and design a captivating classroom space and a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and organized classroom environment.
• Manage classroom materials and resources effectively.
• Embrace the joy of learning and play, conducting daily activities, hand-pick stimulating materials, and encourage meaningful interactions between our curious learners.
• Cater to every child's emotional, intellectual, and nutritional needs.
• Promote positive behavior and social skills among children.
• Handle disciplinary issues with patience, consistency, and age-appropriate strategies.
• Regularly assess and track each child's development and progress.
• Maintain records of individual student achievements and areas for improvement.
• Communicate progress to parents and guardians, verbally and through reports and conferences.
• Provide or support with referring children for additional services as needed.
• Work with special education professionals if needed to support children with special needs.
• Build trustful connections with each child, using a keen eye to recognize any signs of emotional, developmental, or physical concerns, which you'll report to the team and support with targeted interventions;
• Nurture strong partnerships with parents, offering insights on child development matters, and holding yearly conferences to discuss the progress, development, and finances of each individual child and their family;
• Keep the lines of communication open with parents, sharing daily updates on children's activities, and enforcing Center policies with care and understanding when needed;
• Observe children's progress regularly, share observations with the Curriculum team. Craft comprehensive progress reports every six months (three months for our infant classrooms).
• Foster a positive learning and work environment, working both independently and collaboratively to ensure a fulfilling experience for everyone involved;
• Attend staff meetings, parent functions and advisory meetings, and compensated in-service trainings;
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

*May be eligibleQualifications:

• Uphold a passionate belief in The Community Group's mission, values, and educational model
• Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Teacher Certification
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus; ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Completed CORI, SORI and fingerprint scan in accordance with regulations set forth by the Department of Early Education and Care.
• Ability to demonstrate skills in collaborative planning and problem-solving
• Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and experience with the implementation of developmentally appropriate strategies

A teacher's role is essential in laying the foundation for a child's lifelong learning journey. They contribute significantly to a child's emotional and cognitive development during these formative years.

The Community Group participates in the E-Verify program to determine the immigration and work-eligibility status of prospective employees. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work documents for more information.

The Community Group is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.