Job Information
South Middlesex Opportunity Council Preschool Teacher - Suburban Child w/sign on bonus in Framingham, Massachusetts
SIGN ON BONUS $2,500.00
SUMMARY
Positive and creative team member who provides a nurturing classroom. Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences that engage the whole child. Supports the readiness of children through social/emotional, cognitive, physical and language activities. Establishes and maintains a safe, healthy learning environment. Encourages the involvement of families and strengthening the relationships between children, families and community.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Be Knowledgeable about Suburban philosophy and all regulations and performance standards (EEC, NAEYC and QRIS) applicable to the assigned classroom.
Supports classroom team in planning, preparing and implementing a successful learning environment that supports and challenges each child’s development.
Participates in opportunities for staff growth and development.
Communicates regularly with lead teacher and/or supervisor and shares all pertinent information as quickly as possible.
Observes and records children’s behavior for the purpose of assessing skills and appropriately to meet individual and group needs. Recognizes areas of concern, assists in appropriate intervention or needed referrals and participates in conferences.
Assesses classroom needs for equipment, materials, supplies and reports to lead teacher and/or supervisor.
Maintains the space, equipment, materials and supplies in a safe, clean and orderly fashion.
Assists in providing accurate and timely reports, record keeping and other documentation required for assigned classroom.
Maintains strict adherence to health and safety policies and procedures.
Attends all required staff meetings, workshops, trainings, committee meetings and parent functions.
Contributes to a positive, supportive relationship by maintaining contact with families by phone calls, conferences, home visits, arrivals & departures, and family volunteer opportunities.
Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
Attend & participate in engagement team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements, as well as, SMOC policies & procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
EEC Qualified for Teacher position
AA/BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or related degree preferred.
Experience working with preschool children a plus
Must be comfortable working with diverse backgrounds and able to effectively communicate with children, families and co-workers.
Bi-lingual skills a plus.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP
- Directly reports to Lead Teacher.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to handle the physical aspects of the position including the lifting of a child.
Recent physical exam determining good health and meeting all EEC requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONS
As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Teacher will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required.