Preschool Teacher

Berkshire Family YMCA; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Subsidized childcare and program fees

Flexible hours

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for training and advancement

Health and dental insurance

Funded retirement plan

Job summary

Berkshire Family YMCA is seeking a dedicated Preschool Teacher to foster the early development of children in a nurturing environment. The role involves creating age-appropriate lesson plans, assessing children’s progress, and building strong relationships within the community.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, state certification, and experience in a preschool setting. This full-time position offers health and dental insurance, flexible hours, and a free YMCA membership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• State certification or licensure in early childhood education.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligning with education standards.
• Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assess children's progress and adapt teaching strategies as needed.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

Organizational skills

Creativity

Patience

Knowledge of early childhood education practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field

State certification or licensure in early childhood education

Job description

About the Role

The Preschool Teacher plays a crucial role in the early development of children, fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes learning and growth. This position is responsible for creating and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans that engage young minds and encourage exploration. The teacher will assess each child’s progress and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.

Building strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues is essential to create a collaborative community focused on the well-being of the children. Ultimately, the Preschool Teacher aims to lay a solid foundation for lifelong learning and social skills in a safe and inclusive setting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• State certification or licensure in early childhood education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning.
• Assess and document children’s progress, providing feedback to parents and adapting teaching strategies as needed.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and staff to promote a collaborative learning community.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom, ensuring that materials and resources are readily available for children.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities essential for building relationships with children and families.
• Organizational skills vital for planning lessons and managing classroom activities effectively.
• Creativity necessary to develop engaging and interactive learning experiences that capture children’s interest.
• Patience and adaptability crucial in addressing the diverse needs of young learners and responding to their unique challenges.
• Preferred skills such as knowledge of early childhood education practices enhance the teacher’s ability to implement effective teaching strategies and foster a positive learning environment.

Full-time Employment Benefits

• Work that makes a difference
• Free YMCA membership
• Subsidized childcare and program fees
• Flexible hours, paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for training and advancement
• Health and dental insurance
• Funded retirement plan