Teacher, CECE

Job Summary

Provide comprehensive support to the supervising teachers. Build and maintain positive working relationships with CECE team members, families, and children and supporting the classroom environment and curriculum within the context of the philosophy of the program. Build partnerships with families and colleagues to develop a model early childhood program based on best practice and current knowledge. Understand and implement CECE policies and principles and for pursuing professional development as required.

This is a fixed term position. End date is 06/04/2027.

Essential Functions

Supervision and Teaching Children (55%):

• Supervise children individually or in small groups in the classroom, in common areas, on the playground and on field trips.
• Responsible for knowing individual children’s needs, ensuring the health and safety of children and promoting the cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of children.
• Serve as a positive role model for children and families and anticipate and respond to children’s needs for guidance by implementing the philosophy of the CECE in all interactions with children.
• Facilitate daily activities and transitions to ensure smooth classroom operations and maintain a positive, respectful environment for children and adults.
• Support children’s investigations and explorations in a team-based environment. Assist with instruction and evaluation of children as assigned by the supervising teacher.

Maintenance of classroom environment and common building spaces (20%):

• Prepare and maintain a high standard of cleanliness and an orderly physical facility.

Collaboration and communication (20%):

• Attend classroom team meetings and participate in team discussions to support a high quality education and care program for children infancy – preschool.
• Attend CECE events as requested.

Assume Teaching Responsibilities (5%):

• Assume the duties of the supervising teacher during short-term absences.
• Back up other staff needs as necessary.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Background Record check, including fingerprinting
• Coursework and/or experience in early childhood program or related field preferred.
• Eligibility for appropriate Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care teacher certification within one year of employment, first aid and CPR within first two months of employment.