What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler Teacher (full time) position at Treehouse - A First Step Learning Center, Inc.?
TREEHOUSE - A First Step Learning Center, Inc. in East Longmeadow MA has an anticipated need for a full-time EEC Certified Toddler Teacher for a toddler classroom.
The ideal candidate MUST already have or be immediately eligible for EEC teacher certification in Teacher Infant/Toddler.
We follow a modified school year calendar - we are closed for school vacation weeks, (December, February, and April) each year as well as 2 weeks in the summer.
Seeking an Infant/Toddler Teacher with experience preparing and delivering classroom activities, communicating with staff and parents, ensuring that the classroom space is a safe, welcoming, and engaging place for young children to learn and grow. To be a successful teacher you should be creative, energetic, and able to encourage self-expression. We are looking for someone with genuine passion for hands on learning and is able to offer a balance of structured activities along with engaging in the process of play-based learning, both indoors and out. We especially embrace the outdoor classroom model and strive for nature-based learning as well as philosophies of Emergent Curriculum and Reggio Emilio. The teacher MUST be attentive and flexible to children's social / emotional needs and development. Top candidates will have ability to provide evidence of a passion for early childhood development and a commitment for meeting children where they are at in all developmental domains.
Minimum qualifications for this position:
- Minimum of 1 years of classroom or similar setting experience or education with children in the designated age group.
- Priority given to those with EEC certification; or we can help candidates who are eligible for certification through the Department of Early Education and Care Massachusetts.
- Calm, patient, and loving personality - must have the ability to remain calm with children even in their most challenging moments.
- Ability to work under supervision of Director/Assistant Director or a classroom Lead Teacher
- Ability to implement curriculum, activities, and routines including circle time, structured lessons/activities, snack and meal times, light cleaning, diaper changes and potty training
- Able to commit to employment for a minimum of ONE year or longer to provide stable environment for children enrolled in care
- EEC Essentials Training Certificate or a candidate must be willing to complete this free short online training as required by The Department of Early Education and Care
- Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire
- Physically able to lift 60 pounds
- A Massachusetts background check including fingerprinting is required prior to beginning employment, as well as medical clearance from a physician
Please apply with a resume or a cover letter outlining your qualifications. Serious inquiries only, please.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $15.75 per hour and up depending on experience, certifications, and education.
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- East Longmeadow, MA 01028: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- EEC Certification (Preferred)
- CPR/First Aid (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16