UPK Teacher (Preschool) Up to 5k Welcome
Boston
Job Description Job Description PROGRAM : Early Education
REPORTS TO : Assistant VP of Programs
LOCATION : 58 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116
UPDATED : June 2021
MISSION : Ellis partners with families to provide high-quality early childhood education and out-of-school programs in a warm, nurturing environment. A recognized leader in our field, we support children across the socio-economic spectrum, treasure diversity in all forms, and celebrate the joy of childhood.
Ellis Early Learning (formerly known as Ellis Memorial) is a vibrant, Boston-based nonprofit with a rich history founded in 1885. Ellis provides high-quality early education and care for infants, toddlers, and preschool children Ellis is among the most socio-economically, racially, and culturally diverse organizations serving children in Boston. Through a partnership with Boston Public Schools, it operates four high-performing community-based KO and K1 classrooms. Ellis operates out of two historic buildings in the South End and has expanded to a new site in JP in September 2021. Ellis currently serves over 200 children annually. Learn more about us at www.ellisearlylearning.org.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Teacher is responsible for the supervision of his/her children's group as well as the design and implementation of day-to-day activity and learning plan. The Teacher will provide planning and execution of BPS Focus on PreK Curriculum.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide planning and execution of appropriate experiences for each curriculum group
Provide planning and execution of appropriate art, music, literature, science, etc. activities
Maintain records of the progress of each child's growth and development
Maintain communication regarding child's growth and development with staff members, VP of Programs, and parents
Maintain classroom and all educational equipment and materials
Maintain records of all accidents, concerns regarding children, unusual behavior of children, suspected incidents of abuse and/or neglect and communicate information to VP of Programs
Ensure adequate nurturing of child's developmental tasks, including any special needs mandated by Protective Services
Schedule and participate in all staff/parent meetings
Knowledge of all emergency procedures
Assist Lead Teacher with progress reports
Participate/attend monthly staff meetings/workshops/ and all required BPS trainings
Participate in Individual (1:1) meetings with program director every 2-months
Provide clothing changes and supervise toileting regularly and as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Must have a minimum of Bachelor's Degree
At least one-year work experience with the appropriate age group
DEEC certification for Preschool
Certified in First Aid and CPR for children
Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to practice effective time management, organizational skills, priority management, and analytical ability
Sensitivity to multi-cultural issues, multi-cultural training preferred
Good role model
Sound personal judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Competitive benefits package including vacation and sick time, health insurance, dental insurance, and 401k with employer match with a full-time/40 hour a week position.
The purpose of this description is to provide the major responsibilities of the position. It is not to be considered a complete statement of all elements of the work that may be performed.