PRE-K TEACHER

Ywca Central Massachusetts; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid vacation and personal days

13 paid holidays

End-of-year PTO

Free EEC Education after 1 year

Free fitness membership

Childcare discounts

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

YWCA Central Massachusetts in Westborough, MA is seeking an experienced Preschool Teacher to manage classroom programming with a developmentally appropriate approach, ensuring compliance with NAECY and DEEC standards and MA health and safety regulations.

You will communicate with families daily, supervise activities, and maintain records while promoting an inclusive, diverse learning environment for all children.

Qualifications

• DEEC Preschool Teacher certification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred or enrollment in a degree program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a safe, developmental curriculum using Teaching Strategies Gold.
• Supervise children during play and structured activities.
• Communicate with parents daily about progress and coordinate with families in need of intervention.
• Maintain classroom records per licensing and NAEYC requirements.
• Attend staff meetings and complete required training per DEEC/QRIS guidelines.
• Maintain IPDP and annual Environmental Rating Scales with action plans.
• Foster an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and collaboration.

Skills

Cooperative communication

Diversity awareness

Computer skills

Education

DEEC Preschool Teacher certification

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: YWCA Central Massachusetts - Westborough - Westborough, MA 01581Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: EducationWork at YWCA Central MA and make an impact! Enjoy great benefits and a mission you can believe in!

• $1,000 sign on bonus
• 3 weeks’ paid vacation + 3 personal days
• 13 paid holidays
• Additional paid time off at the end of the year closure
• Accelerate your career growth and opportunities with FREE EEC Education after 1 year of employment
• Additional Perks:
• Free Fitness membership to ALL employees. You can add your household for a small monthly fee!
• Up to 50% Childcare discount to direct childcare workers
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and long-term disability coverage.

Job Title: Preschool Teacher Reports to: Lead Preschool Teacher

Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday, 8:30-530

Job Summary:

Manage ongoing programming in assigned classroom in a professional and confidential manner and in a way which incorporates the developmental and culturally sensitive philosophy of the Center to ensure the highest quality of care for children, as well as compliance with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards and Department of Early Education and Care (DEEC), and Massachusetts health and safety regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and maintain a safe environment and curriculum using Teaching Strategies Gold where children can learn and grow at their own pace, interact comfortably with adults, and have the opportunity to participate in individual and group [small and large] activities that recognize and values diversity of all children and ensure all learners have equal access to learning opportunities.
• Supervise children in play and structured activities.
• Communicate with parents daily regarding progress of their child, participate in parent activities as appropriate, and work with Lead Teacher in working with families in need of intervention.
• Assist Lead Teacher in conducting Ages in Stages quarterly assessments using Teaching Strategies Gold tool for children in classroom.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in maintaining classroom records as per licensing and NAEYC requirements.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings; maintain Health and Safety, First Aid and CPR certification; complete all required hours of training each year as per DEEC and QRIS guidelines.
• Develop and follow annual Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP).
• Complete Environmental Rating Scales yearly with a classroom action plan.
• Maintain and update NAEYC classroom portfolios.
• Maintain EEC Professional Qualifications (PQ) Registry.
• Maintain student/teacher ratios at all times.
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and encourages collaboration among staff, children and families.
• Perform other duties as requested.

QualificationsRequired Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to relate with co-workers and parents in a cooperative/positive manner to work together towards a common goal, where educators and parents can contribute and feel comfortable
• Ability to work with families and children of diverse cultural backgrounds
• Solid computer skills

Education and Experience:

• DEEC Preschool Teacher certification is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred, or must be enrolled in an Early Childhood Education degree program

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the classroom.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.
• Run or move quickly to respond to emergency situations
• Requires good physical stamina and agility