Pre K and Junior Kindergarten Support Teacher

The Tobin Children'S School; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tobin School in Westwood seeks a warm, nurturing early childhood Teacher for its Pre-Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten classrooms. This full-time role involves supporting educators, implementing engaging curricula, and fostering a nurturing environment for children aged 3.9 and up. Competitive pay and full benefits are offered as part of a family-oriented school community.

Benefits

Paid Time Off benefits increase with longevity

School paid days during July closure week

60% Childcare Discount

Significant paid professional development

Medical and dental insurance (optional Aflac and vision care)

401K after one year with employer match

12 paid holidays per year

Qualifications

• Must have EEC Preschool Teacher certification.
• Experience in early childhood teaching is required.
• Working towards a degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching teams in Pre-Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten.
• Provide child supervision and ensure curriculum implementation.
• Communicate with parents regarding their child's progress.

Skills

Curriculum implementation

Child supervision

Parent communication

Safety and sanitation protocols adherence

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

EEC Preschool Teacher certification

Job description

Job Description:

Tobin School is seeking a warm, nurturing early childhood Teacher to join our Pre-Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten classrooms. This is a 40-hour per week position with 8-hour shifts between 8:00 am and 5:45 pm. The educator will support the teaching teams in both classrooms, providing child supervision, curriculum implementation, parent communication, and ensuring adherence to all safety and sanitation protocols. We offer two classrooms in a standalone building, along with beautiful outside play spaces. Our Pre-K classroom has a maximum capacity of 20 children per day, and Junior Kindergarten, 18 children.

These classes focus on creating an engaging, enriching, developmentally appropriate curriculum. Teachers are encouraged to be creative in their curriculum as we help our students grow!

Who We Are:

The Tobin School in Westwood is an NAEYC-accredited program offering a school-year program and optional summer program for children aged 3.9 and up. We have an excellent reputation in our area, winning Best Preschool in Hometown Weekly and also a Boston Parent's Paper Family Favorite!

Requirements:

Successful applicants must have EEC Preschool Teacher certification, as well as early childhood teaching experience. Candidates must have or be working towards a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Why Work at Tobin School Westwood?:

• We put the needs of the children first!
• Students enroll for 5-day weeks only
• Paid 1/2 hour break on work days over 6 hours
• School philosophy to staff one teacher over ratio
• Pay clock in to clock out
• Children transition as a class annually
• Stand-alone classrooms don't combine in morning and afternoon
• Paid Time Off benefits increase with longevity
• School paid days during July closure week

Compensation:

Competitive hourly rate based on education and experience. Pay range: $16.50-$24.00 per hour.

We also offer a full complement of full-time benefits, including medical and dental insurance (optional Aflac and vision care), 12 paid holidays per year, 401K after one year with employer match, short-term disability, a 60% Childcare Discount, significant paid professional development, and paid time off that increases with longevity.

Our school is a professional and friendly organization that employs a strong team teaching approach. We also foster a family-oriented atmosphere. If you love teaching young children and are interested in being part of our small, engaged team, we'd like to meet you.