Infant

• Toddler
• Preschool Teachers Needed Treehouse
• A First Step Learning Center, Inc.

East Longmeadow, MA Job Details Full-time From $16 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications School experience Emotional support for children Activity-based lessons (early childhood general education) CPR Certification Potty training for children Diaper changing First Aid Certification Classroom organization for children Curriculum implementation Cleaning Classroom experience Classroom Teaching Full Job Description Treehouse

• A First Step Learning Center in East Longmeadow has an immediate need for certified teachers .

Must be EEC teacher certified or be eligible for EEC teacher certification for Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, or School Age.

Initial EEC certification requires:

• a Child Growth and Development course (or related) or willingness to take quickly?
• 150 hours of work experience in one age group?
• Ideal candidates will have dual certification in Infant/Toddler and Preschool. Preference to full time availability of 7:30-4:30, or 7:45
• 4:45 or 8-4:45 Monday through Friday OR a schedule of a minimum of 33 hours a week with ability to open (7:15am) or close (4:45pm) at least 3 days/week. But we will consider part-time candidates as well. We follow a modified school year calendar
• we are closed for school vacation weeks February, April, and December each year as well as 2 weeks in the summer.

Seeking a Teacher with experience preparing and delivering classroom activities, communicating with staff and parents, ensuring that the classroom space is a safe, welcoming, and engaging place for young children to learn and grow. To be a successful teacher you should be creative, energetic, and able to encourage self-expression. We are looking for someone who loves teaching and is able to offer a balance of structured activities along with having fun both indoors and out

• we especially embrace the Outdoor Classroom! The teacher must be attentive to prioritizing children's social / emotional needs and development. Top candidates will have evidence of a passion for early childhood development and a commitment for meeting children where they are at. We strive for lower than required teacher to child ratios
• for example in a classroom for Preschool where 10:1 is the state requirement, we strive for 15:3.

Minimum qualifications for this position:

minimum of 1 years of classroom or similar setting experience or education Priority given to those with EEC certification; or we can help candidates who are eligible for certification through the Department of Early Education and Care Massachusetts. calm, patient, and loving personality

• must have the ability to remain calm with children even in their most challenging moments.

ability to work under supervision of Director/Assistant Director ability to implement curriculum, activities, and routines including circle time, structured lessons/activities, snack and meal times, light cleaning, diaper changes and potty training able to commit to employment for a minimum of a year or longer to provide stable environment for children enrolled in care EEC Essentials 2.0 Training Certificate or a candidate must be willing to complete this free short online training as required by The Department of Early Education and Care current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire physically able to lift 50 pounds a Massachusetts background check including fingerprinting is required prior to beginning employment, as well as medical clearance from a physician Please apply with a resume or a cover letter outlining your qualifications. Serious inquiries only, please.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

License/Certification:

EEC Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person