Impactful Early Education Substitute Teacher (Part-Time)

Horizons For Homeless Children Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Horizons for Homeless Children Inc. seeks part-time Substitute Teachers for Infants–Preschool classrooms at the Edgerley Family Horizons Center in Roxbury, MA.

You will assist the Education Leader and Supervising Teacher, support transitions, mealtimes, and activities while upholding Head Start and NAEYC standards. You will collaborate with a dedicated team, participate in ongoing trainings, and help create a safe, engaging learning environment for children experiencing homelessness.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Teacher qualified by Massachusetts Early Education and Care (EEC) is preferred but not required.
• Certified in First Aid/CPR for children and infants and willing to maintain certification through professional development.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated capability to interface and maintain effective relationships with staff, consultants, and regulatory/funding representatives in a team-oriented environment.
• Flexible, with the ability to work in a highly demanding, stressful environment.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Priority will be given to individuals with experience working with homeless children and families, especially in an NAEYC-accredited ECE setting.
• Able to work between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm.
• Commitment to Horizons mission and core values (Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative, and Passionate).

Responsibilities

• Interact with Children and supervise classroom activities.
• Assist the Education Leader and Supervising Teacher with individual children or small groups.
• Help devise and implement strategies tailored to each child.
• Assist with daily activities including meals, toileting, and transitions.
• Support with field trips and neighborhood walks under supervision.
• Monitor safety and maintain a clean, organized learning environment.
• Assist Education Leader in preparing activities aligned with lesson plans.
• Complete attendance, meal counts, and daily notes; document classroom behavior.
• Maintain classroom equipment and materials in good repair.
• Contribute to documentation panels for classrooms and hallways.

Skills

Team player

Effective communicator

Confidentiality

Content area knowledge

Professional development mindset

Education

EEC qualification preferred

First Aid/CPR certified

Job description

Horizons for Homeless Children Inc. seeks part-time Substitute Teachers for Infants–Preschool classrooms at the Edgerley Family Horizons Center in Roxbury, MA.

You will assist the Education Leader and Supervising Teacher, support transitions, mealtimes, and activities while upholding Head Start and NAEYC standards. You will collaborate with a dedicated team, participate in ongoing trainings, and help create a safe, engaging learning environment for children experiencing homelessness.