Infant/ ToddlerTeacher

Department: Child Development: Early Education | Location: Waltham YMCA

About the role

Come join our talented team of Early Education Teachers at the YMCA of Greater Boston! We are seeking professional and engaging teachers for our Child Development Programs across the City of, and Suburban Boston. The YMCA of Greater Boston is dedicated to providing excellent family-centered infant, toddler, preschool, and after school care. We’re looking for EEC certified teachers to enrich the lives of the children we serve.

Responsibilities

• Keep safety of children as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, families, and other staff at all times.
• Plan and implement age appropriate curriculum that fosters children’s development.
• Provide differentiated instruction to meet the individual needs of children in the classroom.
• Conduct child assessments and provide feedback and recommendations to parents and caregivers.
• Lead by personal example, help to interpret the quality of the YMCA character values of children, staff, and families. Be positive healthy role models.
• Use positive and constructive methods of behavior management and ensure that all staff do the same.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and appropriate behavior and guide transitions smoothly.
• Collaborate with the co-teacher in the design of the classroom space.
• Ensure materials are ready for use and put away at the end of the day.

Requirements

• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills; follow all regulations to ensure children are happy, safe, and healthy.
• Mission driven — committed to carry out the mission and goals of the YMCA.
• Strong human relations skills to facilitate positive relationships with community agencies, staff, families, and program participants.
• Enjoy creating amazing educational experiences to help children learn and grow.
• At least 21 years old and meet the requirements for the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Must have EEC certification.
• Able to become First Aid and CPR certified within first six months of employment.
• Obtain Child Abuse Prevention Training within the first 60 days of employment.
• Obtain Blood Born Pathogen Training within the first 60 days of employment.
• Obtain Sexual Harassment Training within the first 60 days of employment.

Benefits

• Develop leadership skills in a caring, challenging, and diverse working environment.
• Explore a wide range of opportunities while learning new skills and functions.
• Shape the future of young children while making a difference each day for communities and colleagues.
• Engage in YMCA career training programs alongside those who share the same passion.
• Healthy work/life balance.
• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10% (see eligibility requirements).
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (part-time employees receive sick time).

Pay

$21.00 - $36.00 per hour