• Preschool Teacher

    YWCA Central Massachusetts (Worcester, MA)


    PRESCHOOL TEACHER

    Job Details

    Level

    Experienced

    Job Location

     

    YWCA Central Massachusetts - Worcester, MA

    Position Type

    Full Time

    Education Level

    4 Year Degree

     

    Salary Range

     

    $19.50 - $24.00 Hourly

     

    Travel Percentage

     

    None

     

    Job Shift

     

    Day

     

    Job Category

    Education

    Description

    Job Title:Preschool Teacher Department:Childcare

     

    Reports to:Lead Preschool Teacher Effective Date:March 2025

     

    Schedule:Full time, Monday - Friday Remote Position:No

    Job Summary:

    Manage ongoing programming in assigned classroom in a professional and confidential manner and in a way which incorporates the developmental and culturally sensitive philosophy of the Center to ensure the highest quality of care for children, as well as compliance with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards and Department of Early Education and Care (DEEC), and Massachusetts health and safety regulations.

    Supervisory Responsibilities:

    + None

    Duties/Responsibilities:

    + Develop, implement and maintain a safe environment and curriculum using Teaching Strategies Gold where children can learn and grow at their own pace, interact comfortably with adults, and have the opportunity to participate in individual and group [small and large] activities that recognize and values diversity of all children and ensure all learners have equal access to learning opportunities.

    + Supervise children in play and structured activities.

    + Communicate with parents daily regarding progress of their child, participate in parent activities as appropriate, and work with Lead Teacher in working with families in need of intervention.

    + Assist Lead Teacher in conducting Ages in Stages quarterly assessments using Teaching Strategies Gold tool for children in classroom.

    + Assist the Lead Teacher in maintaining classroom records as per licensing and NAEYC requirements.

    + Attend scheduled staff meetings; maintain Health and Safety, First Aid and CPR certification; complete all required hours of training each year as per DEEC and QRIS guidelines.

    + Develop and follow annual Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP).

    + Complete Environmental Rating Scales yearly with a classroom action plan.

    + Maintain and update NAEYC classroom portfolios.

    + Maintain EEC Professional Qualifications (PQ) Registry.

    + Maintain student/teacher ratios at all times.

    + Foster a positive, inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and encourages collaboration among staff, children and families.

    + Perform other duties as requested.

    Qualifications

    Required Skills/Abilities:

    + Ability to relate with co-workers and parents in a cooperative/positive manner to work together towards a common goal, where educators and parents can contribute and feel comfortable

    + Ability to work with families and children of diverse cultural backgrounds

    + Solid computer skills

    Education and Experience:

    + DEEC Preschool Teacher certification is required

    + Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred, or must be enrolled in an Early Childhood Education degree program

    Physical Requirements:

    + Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the classroom.

    + Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

    + Must be able to bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.

    + Run or move quickly to respond to emergency situations

    + Requires good physical stamina and agility