Parent Counselor II

Seven Hills Foundation; Greenfield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Enhanced Retirement Plan

33% Employer match based on tenure

Student Loan Assistance

Discounted Tuition with College & Univ

Tuition Assistance

Home Mortgage Initiative

Paid Vacation (3 weeks)

Vacation Cash-Out

Paid Personal Days

Paid Holidays (11)

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation in Massachusetts is seeking an Early Educator – Teacher to support a safe, nurturing preschool environment and help deliver developmentally appropriate lessons.

You'll work with the Lead Teacher to foster children's social, emotional, and cognitive growth, build strong relationships with families, and align with MA early education standards and the Seven Hills CARE values of Collaboration, Accountability, and Respect for Everyone.

Qualifications

• Support planning and delivery of developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Encourage children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Build positive relationships with families and colleagues.
• Align with MA early education standards and CARE values of Collaboration, Accountability, and Respect for Everyone.

Responsibilities

• Inform and refer parents regarding childcare options
• Complete parent intakes, determine eligibility, and assess fees in conjunction with the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) policy
• Handle reassessments, terminations, and changes within caseload
• Responsible for updating and maintaining client files
• Inform supervisor of parent and/or provider complaints

Job description

Pay: $23.00-$24.00/hr

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8am-4pm

As an Early Educator – Teacher, you'll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging preschool environment where young children can learn, grow, and thrive. Working alongside the Lead Teacher, you'll support the planning and delivery of developmentally appropriate lessons, encourage children's social, emotional, and cognitive development, and build positive relationships with families and colleagues.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about early childhood education, enjoys creating meaningful learning experiences, and believes every child deserves a supportive environment where they can reach their full potential. You'll play an important role in fostering curiosity, independence, and confidence while helping maintain a classroom that is welcoming, inclusive, and aligned with Massachusetts early education standards and the Seven Hills CARE values of Collaboration, Accountability, and Respect for Everyone.

Benefits For Full-time Employees

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%
• 33% Employer match based on tenure.
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
• Work-Life Balance:
• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation Cash-Out Option
• 3 Paid Personal Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Sick Time

Responsibilities

• Inform and refer parents regarding childcare options
• Complete parent intakes, determine eligibility, and assess fees in conjunction with the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) policy
• Handle reassessments, terminations, and changes within caseload
• Responsible for updating and maintaining client files
• Inform supervisor of parent and/or provider complaints

Why Join Us?

At Seven Hills Foundation you'll make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals served while working in a supportive and collaborative team environment.