Early Learning Lead Teacher - Preschool

Hiring Process

Your application materials will be reviewed, and we will determine if you would be a strong candidate for the Y Academy of Saugus. If so, we will contact you for an interview. If you are a candidate for hire, we will run a Criminal Background check (CORI and SORI) and check four references. Once your background is clear and your references are excellent, we will offer you a position to work at our Y Academy Preschool Program.

The Program runs from 7

30am am to 5:30 pm. Staff hours are dependent upon program needs but we need Full-time Teachers!!

We are looking for certified lead teachers for our classroom of 2.9 - 3 year old.

Our goal is to ensure excellence in the delivery of high quality and safety for all programs.

• Essential Functions
• Read and be accountable for YMCA Policies, State Licensing Body (MA EEC) regulations, and Quality Rating System standards (QRIS).
• Ensure the safety of each child in your direct care group at all times. Adhere to small group/ratio established by licensing regulations. Accurately maintain attendance of the children in your care.
• Communicate effectively and timely with parents/guardians regarding children's program experience, progress (written as well as verbal). Maintain confidentiality, use sensitivity, and patience at all times.
• Provide quality Adult/Child interactions through engagement, positive and encouraging feedback, and asking open-ended questions. Maintain age appropriate verbal interaction guidelines at all times; exercising patience.
• Ensure that centers are maintained with quality learning materials, organized accordingly in labeled containers associated with appropriate Learning Center.
• Attend team-planning meetings monthly or more as needed.
• Conduct/record weekly child observations as well as any related to child behavior concerns or development that may require early intervention with parent/guardian(s).
• Maintain operation of the program consistent with YMCA policies, state licensing regulations and Quality Rating System standards and initiatives in preparing for annual audits (state licensing inspections and quality assessments).

• Our Teachers
• 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.
• Plans and implements age appropriate curriculum that fosters children’s development.