Preschool/PreK Teacher — Nurturing, Growth-Focused Leader

Hingham Public Schools; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hingham Public Schools is seeking a Kids in Action - Teacher (Preschool/PreK) to provide a safe, nurturing environment with developmentally appropriate experiences for 3-5 year olds. The role emphasizes social, emotional, physical and academic growth, with collaboration among staff to plan engaging activities and communicate with families.

The position runs 8:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with required professional development and compliance with MA EEC regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood
• Experience in a Preschool or Pre-K classroom
• Familiar with MA EEC regulations
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Experience with de-escalation techniques
• Physically able to lift items up to 20lbs
• Clear all HPS and EEC background checks

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children, be alert to the needs of the children as individuals and as a group.
• Cooperate with other educators to create daily routines, activities and lessons to enhance each child’s Preschool experience and prepare them for Pre-Kindergarten.
• Plan developmentally appropriate activities in Social Emotional Development, Fine and Gross Motor Skills, Literacy, Math, Social Studies, STEM and Music.
• Track and assess the children’s progress. Keep anecdotal notes of each child and create opportunities for each child to meet their social, and academic potential.
• When required, work as a 1:1 with children needing support.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents, through emails, in person or phone conversations, daily and monthly newsletters.
• Conduct Parent/Teacher Conferences at least twice a year.
• Keep spaces clean, neat and organized.
• Attend monthly Team Planning and Staff Meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

De-escalation techniques

Physical ability to lift 20 lbs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood

Experience in Preschool/Pre-K classroom

Familiar with MA EEC regulations

Job description

Hingham Public Schools is seeking a Kids in Action - Teacher (Preschool/PreK) to provide a safe, nurturing environment with developmentally appropriate experiences for 3-5 year olds. The role emphasizes social, emotional, physical and academic growth, with collaboration among staff to plan engaging activities and communicate with families.

The position runs 8:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with required professional development and compliance with MA EEC regulations.