Location
Milford, Massachusetts
Salary
$20 - $22 / HOUR
Develop and implement developmentally appropriate curricula for toddlers and preschoolers to promote learning and independence. Maintain health, safety, and cleanliness standards while managing classroom activities and communicating with parents.
Requires a high school diploma with preferred college courses in Early Childhood Education and a DEEC certification. Candidates must have at least nine months of experience working with young children in a licensed setting.
Possesses tact and courtesy in relating to children, parents and coworkers Maintains health, safety and cleanliness standards for students and staff in the child care classroom and bathroom areas Develops daily and weekly curriculum appropriate for child care students that focuses on gross motor, perceptual/fine motor, social/emotional, language, cognitive skills and pre-literacy/literacy skills Maintains weekly lesson plans and goals Participates in the enrollment process of new children and disseminates information to parents Maintains daily attendance logs and reports three consecutive unexcused absences to the Child Care Director Consistent with Massachusetts general laws chapter 119 sections 51A-51 G, all staff is considered mandated reporters. Known or suspected instances of child abuse are to be reported to the Child Care Director Schedules two parent meetings per year Complies with all licensing and contractual requirements Maintains accurate and complete child records Reports child specific developmental or behavioral concerns to the Child Care Director Work collaboratively with community based agencies providing individualized services to assigned children Directs teaching assistant in specific program activities and daily schedules Provides classroom and driving coverage at the request of the Child care Director Prepares daily snacks that are nutritious, conducts housekeeping and monitors educational supplies Informs Child Care Director of any unusual circumstances or events Meets with the Child Care Director on a regular basis Participates in two hours of staff meeting per month. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Child Care Director, Senior Director of Early Childhood Services, and/or the Executive Director
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High School diploma and college-level courses in Early Childhood Education preferred. Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit in small chairs or on the floor; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must demonstrate enough agility to respond to children’s’ needs in a timely manner. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate Child Care services are provided at the Rise and Shine Academy in individual classrooms, common areas, and outside in covered and uncovered playgrounds. Work environments will vary based on age group and activity
Competitive wages and compensation Health, dental, and vision insurance plans Flexible spending account Retirement plan with employer contribution Generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time Paid holiday time off Professional development opportunities Voluntary benefits Please visit our website at www.criterionchild.com to learn more about our organization! Selection for employment is made regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, martial status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, handicap, genetic information, someone who is a member of, applies to perform, or has an obligation to perform, service in a uniformed military service of the United States, including the National Guard, on the basis of that membership, application or obligation; veteran status, or any other bases protected by law. Criterion Child Enrichment participates in E-Verify. #IND3
USD 20.16 - USD 21.80 - hourly
Market context
Classroom teacher openings in Massachusetts are often driven by school staffing needs, student support priorities, and subject-area coverage. These roles are competitive because employers look for strong communication, classroom management, and the ability to meet state and district expectations; in this listing, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save candidates research time. Before applying, review the certification, schedule, and any required documentation to confirm you meet the posted qualifications.
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