Preschool Teacher
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NOW HIRING Preschool Teachers at Multiple Locations on Cape Cod!
- Falmouth Hospital Early Learning Center
- North Falmouth Early Learning Center
- Cotuit EEC Center
- Harwich Early Childhood Center
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?!
- Free Y Membership
- 50% childcare/Summer Camp employee discounts
- Monthly housing assistance payment for FT Early Ed Staff ONLY! (household income eligible)
- Paid training and Tuition assistance at Cape Cod Community College.
- FREE $20,000 life insurance policy
- Medical, dental, and life insurance.
- Retirement plans 401K/403b
- 11 paid holidays.
- 3 weeks paid vacation.
- accrued sick time.
- Growth opportunities
- Work-Life-Balance
- Monthly Employee Recognition
DO WORK THAT MATTERS! APPLY TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW!
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the EHS/HS Education Director, has responsibility for the daily oversight of the preschool classroom in compliance with Head Start Performance standards, EEC Licensing regulations and standards established to assure a high-quality early childhood education program.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for students.
- Plan, organize, and facilitate the preschool classroom curriculum for head start/ early head start program.
- Engage in playful activities that encourage development in the classroom.
- Teach children about their bodies, emotions, and relationships by modeling and interacting with them.
- Supervise children during outdoor playtime.
- Answer parents' questions about their children's progress.
- Ensure all documentation is forwarded to EHS/HS Education Director and/or human resources.
- Monitor, evaluate and provide training of classroom volunteers.
- Attend case management meetings, consultations, and staff meetings as necessary.
- Observe children and provide suggestions for behavior management and education programming to meet the individual needs of all children.
Leadership Competencies:
Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: RATES OF PAY ARE DETERMINED BY EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS.
Minimum Requirements:
Associate's degree in early childhood development, Preschool certification. Meet Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) requirements.
- At least 2 years' experience in one of the following areas: early childhood education, child health, mental health, or fields of disabilities services
- At least one-year experience as a preschool or infant/toddler teacher. Also accepting applications for newly certified teachers.
- Prefer experience with Head Start.
- Experience with Developmentally Appropriate Practice, cultural diversity, and inclusion.
- Experience working in Bilingual settings (Spanish/English) preferred
- Location:
- Hyannis
