Playgroup Leader CFCE (SY26-27)
Watertown Public Schools
Watertown Public Schools - Watertown, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Watertown Public Schools (MA)
Job Details
Job ID:
5768967
Application Deadline:
Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Position:
Playgroup Leader
Location:
Watertown Public Schools
Salary range: $26.00
Shift Type:
Part-time (2 days per week - 12 hours)
Report to: CFCE Grant coordinator
Summary:
Watertown Public Schools seeks an exceptional Playgroup Leader who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter.
Responsibilities:
Assist the CFCE coordinator with development of early childhood programs that meet the condition of the CFCE Grant
Assist the CFCE coordinator in the daily preparation and operation of the Family Center;(participating in the supervision of the Family Center or off-site locations)
Assist in the maintenance and good repair of the areas (Family Center or off-site locations), including cleaning/sanitizing of materials.
Assist in the implementation of the Ages and Stages Questionnaire, including parent communication and necessary record keeping
Assist the CFCE Coordinator with community outreach collaborations that help raise awareness of the resources and services available at the site, as well as other local programs and agencies
Support the extracurricular, after-hours outreach programs sponsored by the CFCE, as designated by the CFCE Coordinator
Knowledge and Skills:
Experience working with diverse families and knowledge of their needs is preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient verbal and written communication skills in the dominant home language of the families Ability to take independent initiative, while committing to collaboration
Strong organizational skills
Ability to create and maintain strong community collaborations
Some experience in developing and/or leading interactive workshops, and training
Willingness to learn and apply new skills and content
Deep knowledge and understanding of, and demonstrated ability to connect with the ethnic background of students and families served. Qualifications -
Preferred:
Associate's Degree or documented training in Early Childhood Education or related field
Knowledge/experience in curriculum development
Knowledge/experience in classroom management in an early childhood setting
Knowledge/experience in public and private preschool programs
Knowledge/experience with center-based and family child care programs.
Background/knowledge of early literacy
Experience working with families of young children (ages 0-6)
Sensitivity to children at different developmental levels
Sensitivity to cultural diversity
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Bilingual
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