Preschool Teacher

ABOUT THE YWCA

The YWCA Northeastern Massachusetts is a social change organization which exists today for the same reasons it was founded back in 1892: to assure that women have the tools, skills and opportunities needed to become and remain personally and economically self-sufficient. Behind every one of our milestones is a story, a journey and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of women and their families. The breadth of our offerings is great, with every program and service molded to our mission of helping to foster peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Each year we serve over 15,000 people from our Lawrence, Haverhill, Lynn and Salem, NH locations, where people know they can turn for caring, compassionate and highly skilled support.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Teacher is responsible for all aspects of the daily operation of her/his assigned classroom ensuring that it functions at the highest quality standard and meets criteria established by state licensing guidelines. This includes but is not limited to the following areas of responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Classroom Management

The teacher is responsible for all aspects of the classroom environment ensuring that it meets all criteria established by licensing and NAEYC accreditation standards. The teacher’s role is to design the classroom to promote interesting areas that are well organized, attractive and rotated regularly.

Parent Interaction & Communications

The YWCA provides childcare to parents so that they may work and become economically self-sufficient in order to provide for their family. It is the responsibility of the Teacher to nurture and maintain open lines of communication with parents, provide support and referral services as needed, and to act as a resource to the parent in the areas of age-appropriate parent-child interaction.

Curriculum Assessment & Observation

The curriculum is a way to ensure that the teacher is intentional in planning a daily schedule that maximizes children’s learning through effective use of time, materials used for play, self-initiated learning, and creative expression. Linking the curriculum with the assessment tools is critical in developing individualized learning. Assessment is the process of observing, recording and otherwise documenting what children do and how they do it as a basis for a variety of educational decisions that affect the child.

Quality Compliance

The YWCA is committed the providing the highest standard of quality care and education to the children we serve. The Teacher is responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate program in accordance with all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

Professional Growth & Development

To meet the highest program standards staff must possess the skills and education to provide those services. The YWCA is committed to supporting the individual professional growth and development of our teachers. Teachers are expected to engage in as many activities as possible to build their skills and further their professional goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 21 years of age with a minimum of EEC Teacher credentials and remain on a consistent education plan that would include obtaining an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education no later than 2010: or Associate Degree/Baccalaureate Degree/Advanced Degree in Early Childhood Education; PLUS meet current EEC staff requirements for the position.

A strong commitment to excellence, professional ethics and the desire to work in a team centered environment; The ability to read/write and express oneself in English;

Dependable and efficient with strong interpersonal, planning and organizational skills;

A non-judgmental attitude and a sensitivity to children who may have behavior problems and to parents who may lack appropriate parenting skills;

The ability to adapt to change, perform multiple tasks, and work independently with minimal supervision;

Covid-19 Vaccination

Show documented proof of current physical exam, negative TB test and proof of MMR immunity. (Hepatitis B immunity is advisable). A CORI check is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Haverhill, MA 01830 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Haverhill, MA 01830: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $24