Early Childhood Teacher

About This Role

This Early Childhood Teacher opportunity at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern NH serves Infant / Toddler (0–2), Preschool (3–5) and requires a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Based in Plymouth, NH, candidates bring experience in early childhood education and development.

What You'll Do

• Prepare Youth for Success
• Serves as a responsive, inclusive educator who fosters positive relationships with children, families, and staff. Promotes a classroom environment that supports Youth Development Outcomes, serving as a demonstration site for best practices in early childhood education.
• Responds sensitively to the needs, interests, and developmental needs of individual children; interacts positively; encourages inquiry and exploration; and models positive guidance strategies for college observers and practicum students.
• Designs and implements curriculum grounded in emergent practices, using intentional planning that is transparent and instructional for observers. Connects theoretical knowledge to practical application.
• Uses systematic observation and documentation as tools for curriculum planning. Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of children’s progress.
• Establishes and maintains program goals that prioritize child health, safety, and social-emotional well-being, while demonstrating regulatory compliance and ethical practice.
• Continuously accounts for children in the assigned group by name and face, modeling active supervision and safety protocols.
• Oversees implementation of NAEYC standards, GSQ (when applicable), Culture DNA code, and BGCCNNH and CCLU policies, explicitly connecting accreditation standards to classroom practices.
• Dispenses medications according to company policy and administers first aid as needed, communicating appropriately with families. Models professional responsibility and documentation practices.
• Maintains a well-organized, safe, and aesthetically intentional classroom environment that reflects best practices in early childhood settings.
• Program Development, Implementation, and Supervision
• Collaborates with the Center Director and staff to analyze data for program improvement. Utilizes proper record-keeping and weekly reporting, including documentation of activities and events in the membership system.
• Facilitates open, professional, and reflective communication with families, staff, children, and college/university partners.
• Ensures that college students or adult learners are supported in the absence of the Mentor Educator. Leverages team members’ strengths to enhance program delivery.
• Leads or participates in collaborative planning meetings with the teaching team, facilitating reflective discussions that include student educators.
• Increases visibility of programs through daily schedule postings, documentation displays, family communication, and digital platforms.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of children, staff, and the demonstration site mission.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, Pre-School Education, Youth Development, Elementary Education, or related field with at least 6 credits in Early Childhood or Pre-School Education and one year of experience in teaching young children (Birth-age 5).
• Bachelor’s and 3-5 years’ experience teaching young children (Birth-5), supervision experience, experience with Pyramid Model implementation, emergent curriculum, and anti-bias practice.
• Knowledge of current methods, principles, and techniques of EC teaching, including constructivism, emergent curriculum, project work, and the Pyramid Model Framework.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and application.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs, with a proven track record of creative teaching strategies.
• Ability to form developmentally appropriate relationships with children and promote positive behavior.
• Ability to model appropriate and nurturing child guidance using positive guidance strategies, including the Pyramid Model Framework.
• Ability to engage with each family, maintain ongoing communication with classroom families, and participate in family education events.
• Ability to maintain a clean, welcoming, and engaging learning environment that reflects best practices and models excellence.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with team members, children, families, college students, and adult learners.
• Must utilize a variety of communication methods.
• Must be willing to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Must meet the needs, abilities, and interests of the children.
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress and maintain children’s records.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications per Bureau of Childcare licensing requirements.
• Must obtain a NH Credential within 6 months of start date.
• Must obtain required NH health and safety trainings within 90 days of start date.
• Must obtain full Pyramid Model e-Module training within one year of the start date.
• May be required to drive the Club van/short bus periodically.
• Must possess a safe driving record.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Must be willing to travel between locations when requested.

Nice to Have

• To learn more about our organization, please visit the New Hampshire Youth website at https://www.nhyouth.org/.

Benefits

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern NH
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire provides early learning, out-of-school time programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 1200 youth weekly throughout the central and northern New Hampshire. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.

Common Questions

• What ECE credentials are required for this position?
• This role requires a bachelor's degree required.
• What does this position pay?
• This Early Childhood Teacher role pays $44,000 to $48,000/Yr.
• Is this full-time or part-time?
• This job is Full Time.