Teacher: Infant/Toddler

Action for Boston Community Development; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 33,021 - 54,566; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Training and development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Teacher for infants and toddlers to provide care and education in an inclusive environment. This role requires implementing developmental objectives while fostering a nurturing atmosphere. Candidates must hold a high school diploma with a Child Development Associate Credential or equivalent, and experience with infant/toddler age children is essential. Bilingual ability is preferred. The position is full-time with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Active Child Development Associate Credential or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching infant/toddler age children is necessary.
• EEC Infant Toddler Teacher certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement educational objectives for infants and toddlers.
• Provide care including diapering and feeding.
• Supervise classroom volunteers and monitor daily activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual ability

Caregiving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with CDA credential

Associate's degree in early childhood development

Bachelor's degree in early childhood development

Master's degree in early childhood development

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Teacher: Infant/Toddler

Department: Head Start and Children's Services

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Malden/Medford

Reporting To: Cheryl Milchev

Compensation: $23.97 - $39.61 / hour

Description

The Teacher is responsible for the care and education of a group of children as part of a teaching team. The Teacher plans and implements the Education Component objectives of the Performance Standards. The Teacher promotes the mission of ABCD Head Start & Children’s Services; builds an understanding of the program by communicating this mission to staff, families and the community.

This position must comply with all federal, state and local laws, regulations, standards and policies, including those of the federal Administration for Children and Families (ACF), the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), Massachusetts disability law (Chapter 766), Boston Family Engagement Network (BFEN) and ABCD, Inc. Head Start and Children’s Services policies and procedures. All ABCD Head Start/Early Head Start and Children’s Services personnel who are paid to care for, or work with, children are MANDATED BY LAW to report all suspected cases of child abuse and neglect to the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF). Any staff member who suspects child abuse or neglect of a child must inform his or her supervisor immediately. The responsibilities of a particular position may support both Early Head Start and Head Start depending on the individual assignment. The specific corresponding funding allocation will be documented on the personnel payroll authorization or change of status form.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide infants and toddlers with a joyful, nurturing, safe, healthy, individualized environment and varied experiences that support social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development appropriate to age and stage.
• Balance individual and small group activities designed to enhance children's development and learning.
• Offer open‑ended exploration, teacher‑directed activities, structured activities and sensory‑based play to foster curiosity, engagement, reasoning and problem‑solving.
• Provide care such as diapering, toileting, feeding, dressing and hygiene in a relaxed and individualized manner to foster emotional development and independence.
• Supervise classroom volunteers to facilitate developmentally appropriate learning activities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Integrate the educational aspects of the various Head Start components by developing opportunities for children to learn about health, safety, nutrition, dental health and families.
• Develop activities and strategies to involve parents in the educational aspects of the program to improve understanding of child development and facilitate their role as the principal influence in their child's education and development.
• Possess necessary computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Use other database systems as required for data collection.
• Behave in a professional manner.
• Exhibit good interpersonal skills; work cooperatively as a member of a teaching team, with other program staff and parents.
• Possess bilingual ability where appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity to the educational and socioeconomic needs of the children and families served in Early Head Start.
• Possess the ability to work with a culturally diverse low‑income population.

Observation, Planning and Documentation

• Ensure individualized and quality educational programming by participating in screening and educational assessment of children.
• Use diagnostic evaluations to develop long and short‑term goals for each child.
• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and individualized activities.
• Implement written IFSP goals (Individualized Family Service Plan) for all children with special needs.
• Make daily observations of children.
• Keep records of daily care sheets, child observations and communication with parents.
• Attend team meetings.
• Make a minimum of two home visits per family per year.
• Make a minimum of four Parent/Teacher conferences per year.
• Make periodic field trips.

Professionalism

• Promote the mission of ABCD Head Start & Children's Services. Communicate the mission to staff, families and the community.
• Engage in ongoing staff development to expand professional skills.
• Maintain professional boundaries in relationships with staff and families.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information at all times.

Additional Duties & Tasks

• Attend meetings as necessary.
• Maintain the EEC requirements including staff‑to‑child ratios, classroom supervision, etc.
• Perform any other related duties or responsibilities contained in this job description, otherwise assigned or as required by state or federal laws.
• Report to the Program Director for all matters relating to terms of employment and center operations.

Physical Environmental Demands & Conditions

• Lift, carry, move and place infant and toddler age children onto or into classroom equipment (e.g., changing tables, cribs, strollers and buggies).
• Move infant and toddler age children in strollers, buggies and other equipment.
• Remain alert during naptime supervision.
• Supervise and monitor children both by sight and sound at all times.
• Respond to children in case of emergency to ensure safety.
• Attend to the needs of children with disabilities, including physically challenged children.
• Lift and move equipment and furniture as necessary to facilitate classroom activities.

Education & Experience

• Teacher 1 ($23.97/hr): High school diploma or equivalent. Active Child Development Associate Credential with an Infant and Toddler endorsement or EEC Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certified with experience teaching infant toddler age children required. EEC Infant Toddler Teacher certified preferred. Bilingual in a language spoken by families served by ABCD preferred.
• Teacher 2 ($28.62/hr): Associate’s degree with training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development and experience teaching infant toddler age children. EEC Infant Toddler Teacher certified preferred. Bilingual in a language spoken by families served by ABCD preferred.
• Teacher 3 ($35.20/hr): Bachelor's degree with training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development and experience teaching infant toddler age children. EEC Infant Toddler Teacher certified preferred. Bilingual in a language spoken by families served by ABCD preferred.
• Teacher 4 ($39.61/hr): Master’s degree with training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development and experience teaching infant toddler age children. EEC Infant Toddler Teacher certified preferred. Bilingual in a language spoken by families served by ABCD preferred.

Benefits

• Make a Difference: Every day, your work directly impacts the lives of thousands in the Greater Boston community, empowering them and making positive, lasting change.
• Inclusive Environment: ABCD values the diversity of its workforce, with an inclusive culture that respects individuality and promotes collaboration.
• Continuous Learning: We offer numerous training and development opportunities, ensuring our staff remain at the forefront of community action methodologies and strategies.
• Comprehensive Benefits: At ABCD, we take care of our own, providing a competitive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement plans.
• A Legacy of Impact: Join an organization that boasts a legacy spanning over half a century, consistently championing the rights and needs of our community's most vulnerable.
• Teamwork & Camaraderie: Be a part of a passionate team, united in their mission to combat poverty, and ensure every individual can reach their fullest potential.