Job Information
YWCA Central Massachusetts PRESCHOOL TEACHER in Westborough, Massachusetts
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Job Details
Job Location
YWCA Central Massachusetts - Westborough - Westborough, MA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
2 Year Degree
Salary Range
$17.50 - $22.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Education
Description
As a Preschool Teacher you will 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 NAEYC standards, Department of Early Education and Care, QRIS requirements, and health and safety regulations.
Hours: 815 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
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 as appropriate to program area.
Supervise children in play and structured activities.
Communicate with parents using the Strengthening Families Guidelines on daily basis regarding progress of their child, participate in parent activities as appropriate, and work with Lead Teacher in working with families in need of intervention.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
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
Ability to relate with co-workers and parents in cooperative/positive manner
Ability to work with families and children of diverse cultural backgrounds
Solid computer skills