Centers for Early Childhood Education EEC Certified Lead Preschool Teacher

Company Description

Framingham State University was founded in 1839 for a singular purpose - meeting a public need to promote the public good. At our founding as the nation's first public normal school, that need was for comprehensively educated public school teachers who would, in turn, promote an educated citizenry. FSU continues to offer exceptional teacher education programs, and while we are proud of our roots as a teachers' college, we have grown far beyond them. Public need continues to evolve, and FSU right along with it. Our students and alumni are making waves in the fashion industry, designing nutrition plans for professional athletes, writing for major media and news organizations, working for Fortune 500 companies right here in Framingham, and so much more. FSU is a proudly public and truly transformative institution offering accessible, affordable educational opportunities that integrate an academically challenging liberal arts education with workforce preparation programs in a highly personalized teaching environment. Our programs have expanded, but our purpose and commitment to public education for the public good remain steadfast.

FSU currently enrolls about 3,000 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate and professional students, offers 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, and professional fields, and enrolls 48% BIPOC students and 54% first-generation college students in our undergraduate programs. We are deeply committed to inclusive excellence and strive to promote a culture of equity and antiracism. This commitment has earned FSU seven Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Awards from INSIGHT Into Diversity and led to our recognition in the 2024 Great Colleges to Work For program. We encourage applications from those who share our commitment to promoting a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive community.

FSU is ideally situated between Boston and Worcester on land originally stewarded by the Nipmuc people for thousands of years. FSU and the surrounding area are steeped in history, achievement, and innovation and provide access to urban hotspots, verdant landscapes, natural and cultural amenities, and diverse communities.

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Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Centers for Early Childhood Education Lead Preschool Teacher-EEC Certification is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

• Design, plan, and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum integrated across the content areas to meet the needs of all children in a literacy-enriched, inclusive, culturally and linguistically responsive learning environment
• Collaborate with co-teachers with planning and implementation of curriculum
• Create and maintain a positive, enriched classroom environment to promote the learning and development of all children
• Facilitate lessons and activities encouraging self-express and understanding of concepts through child-centered, hands-on experiences
• Promote social-emotional learning and growth in all developmental domains
• Use selected assessment and screening tools to measure and illustrate children's development and growth and share findings with parents
• Establish and maintain communication with families

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of the Centers for Early Childhood Education and Assistant Director in the Child Development Lab or Assistant Director in the Early Childhood Center

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Child and Family Studies majors and students in related majors, and FSU student employees

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties of the Centers for Early Childhood Education (CECE) Lead Preschool Teacher- MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Certification include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, write, and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum based on teacher observations, knowledge of child development, individualized goals and learning for the children, and research-based, best practices for early childhood education
• Co-teach with co-teacher(s) and other CECE staff
• Collaborate with co-teacher(s) and other CECE staff to set-up and arrange the classroom with suitable and appropriate materials and supplies to meet the needs of the curriculum and abilities and interests of all child
• Team up with other CECE staff to establish and maintain parent communication with weekly newsletters, emails, call-in hour(s), and other means as appropriate
• Complete developmental screenings, assessments using selected tools, and anecdotal notes to measure and illustrate the children's growth and development in all developmental areas
• Share observational, screening, and/or assessment information for the preparation of communication with parents at parent-teacher conferences at least two times per year or more often if necessary and with the CECE director
• Assist early childhood education pre-practicum/field study students with assignments and supervise interns and work study students to develop and model positive classroom environment management and instructional strategies and techniques.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Hold or working towards Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Lead Preschool Teacher Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preference given to persons fluent in Spanish and English or Portuguese and English
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Teacher License in Early Childhood Education
• Masters of Education in early childhood, literacy and language, or special education

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• American Red Cross CPR and First Aid certificates
• Undergo a background record check according to EEC regulations and policies

Additional Information

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a union title of Staff Assistant. Benefits include health, dental, retirement, generous tuition remission, and leave packages. The Centers for Early Childhood Education are open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. year-round. The regular work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday and daily work hours may vary depending on classroom assignment. Working a few evenings for various family events during the school year will be required. This is a grant funded position. The salary range is $54,000 - $58,000 per year, contingent upon grant funding being secured through June 2027. Framingham State University conducts background record checks according to the Massachusetts Early Education and Care requirements, which include Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI), Department of Children and Families (DCF) checks relative to prior criminal convictions and pending cases, Sex Offender Registration Information (SORI) checks relative to prior sexual offenses committed as an adult or juvenile, and finger print checks prior to an offer of employment for all positions. Framingham State University requires specific written authorization to conduct background record checks. Failure to provided such authorization shall preclude your application from receiving further consideration. Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

Candidates must apply online by submitting: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Equity and Inclusion Statement*, Names and contact information for three (3) professional references (references are not contacted automatically upon submission of application). *The Equity and Inclusion Statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss professional skills, experience and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance the university's efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidate application materials. For best consideration, please submit application materials by August 12, 2025. The review of applications may continue beyond that date and until the position is filled, at the discretion of the search committee. Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket. Framingham State University understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530 or humanresources@framingham.edu.