Head Start Teacher: Inspire Preschool Learning

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. Head Start program seeks a Teacher to educate and care for preschool children in a Mattapan classroom. The Teacher collaborates with staff to implement Education Component objectives and uphold program standards.

Responsibilities include planning developmentally appropriate lessons, mentoring assistants, and engaging families to support children's growth while complying with state and federal guidelines.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and data collection tools.
• Demonstrates professionalism and teamwork.
• Bilingual abilities encouraged to support diverse families.

Responsibilities

• Provide preschool education in a joyful, nurturing environment.
• Balance child-initiated and teacher-led activities.
• Support family engagement and community understanding of the program.
• Supervise and mentor Teacher Assistants and volunteers.
• Ensure developmentally appropriate learning activities and health, safety, nutrition education.

Skills

Computer skills

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in early childhood education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education

Master’s degree in early childhood education

Job description

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. Head Start program seeks a Teacher to educate and care for preschool children in a Mattapan classroom. The Teacher collaborates with staff to implement Education Component objectives and uphold program standards.

Responsibilities include planning developmentally appropriate lessons, mentoring assistants, and engaging families to support children's growth while complying with state and federal guidelines.