Teacher Childcare - Sign on Bonus

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

403(b) savings plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston is hiring full-time Teachers for the child care program at the Yawkey Center in Dorchester. The Teacher will participate in planning and implementing a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate program and assess children’s progress.

Responsibilities include supporting learning and development, observing progress, maintaining portfolios, and collaborating with parents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• EEC teacher certification required.
• Education/experience combinations as listed above.
• Pass background check (CORI/SORI/DCF) and fingerprinting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook and Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to children’s learning, growth and development.
• Maintain health, safety and a positive learning environment.
• Document observations and communicate with the Director.
• Plan, implement and reflect on curriculum with the team.
• Meet EEC professional development hours annually.
• Build professional relationships with families and staff.

Education

BA in early childhood + 6 months experience

BA in related field + 2 early childhood courses

AA in early childhood + 1 year experience

CDA in early childhood + 2 years experience

High school diploma + 3 early childhood courses + 3 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Zoom

Job description

Teacher Childcare - Sign on Bonus

Location: Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

About this position

The Teacher participates in the planning and implementation of a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate program experience for the children in their care, and assessing children’s progress in all areas of development.

We are currently seeking full-time Teachers for the child care program located at the Yawkey Center in Dorchester.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to children’s learning, growth, and overall development.
• Understand and maintain a positive mindset towards children’s learning and social‑emotional development.
• Respond to the needs of infants and toddlers and invest in the well‑being, health and safety of young children.
• Actively supervise children to ensure safety both indoors and out, correcting hazards where possible and alerting the supervisor to other concerns.
• Document and communicate to the Director of Child Care Services observed situations and behaviors of concern.
• Conduct on‑going observation and assessment of children’s progress using technology provided; maintain children’s portfolio for teacher/parent conferences.
• Follow health, safety, and housekeeping procedures while maintaining a comforting and inviting classroom environment.
• Provide child guidance and behavior management according to the center’s policies and procedures.
• Participate in age‑appropriate curriculum planning, implementation, reflection, and evaluation.
• Participate in preparation of curriculum materials.
• Document daily attendance and food program participation.
• Prepare accident and injury reports in accordance with EEC and DESE regulations; report timely to the Director.
• Build respectful and professional relationships with parents, children, and colleagues.
• Assure programming meets the individual child’s needs and is responsive to the cultural and socioeconomic background of children and families.
• Follow through with all directives and assigned tasks in a professional and positive manner, respecting supervision and constructive criticism.
• Meet EEC requirements for professional development hours each year and enter them in the PQ Registry under the appropriate Core Competency.
• Demonstrate willingness to work with colleagues as a team player and contributing member.
• Maintain a high standard of ethical conduct and professional responsibility, including confidentiality to children, families, colleagues, the community and Catholic Charities.
• Perform duties such as evacuating the building, with or without corrective devices and accommodations; the ability to read, write, hear conversational voices, speak clearly, and carry assistance aids as required.
• Work in a classroom and outdoor environment; requires kneeling, standing, walking and sitting inside and outside of the building for play, walks, and other activities.
• Attend internal and external meetings and trainings, which may include early and late hours as needed for classroom coverage.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• EEC teacher certification with the following education and experience combinations:
  • BA in early childhood and 6 months’ work experience;
  • BA in related field and 2 early childhood courses;
  • AA in early childhood and 1 year experience;
  • CDA in early childhood and 2 years’ experience;
  • High school diploma and 3 courses in early childhood with 3 years’ work experience.
• Motivated, energetic, punctual, and responsible; exhibit a positive attitude and serve as an excellent role model for children and coworkers.
• Ability to teach and interact with parents, employees, and co‑workers.
• Pass background record check (CORI/SORI/DCF) and fingerprinting.
• Positive attitude toward working with children.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Zoom.
• Ability to work varied hours for classroom coverage.

Sign‑On Bonus

New hire sign‑on bonus ranging from $1500 to $3000 based on experience. The bonus is payable in two installments: half on the first available payroll cycle following the start date, and the remainder after successful completion of 90 days of employment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits including a 403(b) savings plan and generous time off.

Salary Information

$23.16 - $31.26 hourly wage.

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.