Teacher Childcare -Sign on Bonus

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social service agency in Malden seeks a Teacher to oversee children's development in a nurturing educational environment. Responsibilities include curriculum planning, child supervision, and maintaining communication with families. Ideal candidates will have relevant educational backgrounds and certifications, ensuring they make a positive difference in children's lives.

Benefits

403(b) savings plan

Generous time off

Sign-on bonus available

Qualifications

• EEC Teacher certification required.
• Experience ranging from 6 months to 3 years based on various educational backgrounds.
• Relevant education in Early Childhood or related fields is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supervision of children during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Document and communicate behaviors to the Lead Teacher.
• Participate in curriculum planning and prepare reports.

Skills

Child supervision

Curriculum planning

Behavior management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BA in Early Childhood

CDA in Early Childhood

High School diploma

Job description

Catholic Charities, founded in 1903, remains among the largest and most respected social service agencies with programs and offices located in Boston and the greater Boston area. As one of the largest providers of social services in Massachusetts, Catholic Charities of Boston offers over 70 programs and services across 23 locations in Eastern Massachusetts. We are seeking dedicated, compassionate professionals to join our growing team. If you are looking for a meaningful job that can truly make a difference in someone's life, consider joining Catholic Charities.

Learn more about our mission here: https://www.ccab.org/about-us/

Position: Teacher

The Teacher participates in planning and implementing a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate program for children, and assesses children’s progress in all areas of development.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain constant visual and auditory supervision of children indoors and outdoors.
• Document and communicate observed behaviors and situations to the Lead Teacher or Assistant Director.
• Conduct ongoing observation and assessment of children’s progress, using available technology.
• Follow health, safety, and housekeeping procedures; maintain an inviting classroom environment.
• Provide child guidance and behavior management according to center policies.
• Participate in curriculum planning, implementation, reflection, and evaluation.
• Assist in preparation of materials, record-keeping, and other essential tasks.
• Prepare progress reports and meet with parents periodically.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with parents, children, and colleagues.
• Ensure the program meets the individual needs of each child, respecting cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• May supervise the classroom in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
• Follow agency directives and complete assigned tasks professionally and positively.
• Attend required meetings and trainings, which may include evening hours.
• Complete the required professional development hours annually and record them in the PQ Registry.
• Work collaboratively as a team player.
• Maintain high standards of ethical conduct and confidentiality.
• Possess the physical, mental, and emotional ability to perform job duties, including emergency evacuation, reading, hearing, speaking, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• EEC Teacher certification with relevant education and experience:
• BA in Early Childhood, with 6 months experience.
• BA in a related field, with 2 early childhood courses and 1 year experience.
• AA in Early Childhood, with 1 year experience.
• CDA in Early Childhood, with 2 years experience.
• High School diploma, with 3 early childhood courses and 3 years experience.

Our benefits are competitive and include a 403(b) savings plan and generous time off.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Visit us at: www.ccab.org

• Sign-on bonus: Half payable in the first payroll cycle following start date, and half after successful completion of 90 days of employment.