Infant Teacher-RTH Job at YMCA of Greater Boston in Boston

Join to apply for the Infant Teacher role at YMCA of Greater Boston 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Infant Teacher role at YMCA of Greater Boston Department: Child Development: Early Education Location: Huntington YMCA Compensation: $43,600 - $64,400 / year Description Come join our talented team of Early Education Teachers at the YMCA of Greater Boston! We are seeking professional and engaging teachers for our Child Development Programs across the City of Boston and Suburban Boston. The YMCA of Greater Boston is dedicated to providing excellent family-centered infant, toddler, preschool, and after-school care. We’re looking for EEC certified teachers to enrich the lives of the children we serve. Key Responsibilities Keep safety of children as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, families, and other staff at all times. Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum that fosters children’s development. Provide differentiated instruction to meet the individual needs of children in the classroom. Conduct child assessments and provide feedback and recommendations to parents and caregivers. Lead by personal example, help to interpret the YMCA character values of children, staff, and families. Be positive healthy role models. Use positive and constructive methods of behavior management and ensure all staff do the same. Supervise children to ensure safety and appropriate behavior and guide transitions smoothly. Collaborate with co-teacher in designing the classroom space. Ensure materials are ready for use and put away at the end of the day. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise What we’re looking for: You are detail-oriented. You possess and utilize excellent organizational skills. You follow all regulations to ensure children are happy, safe, and healthy. You are mission-driven. You are committed to carrying out the mission and goals of the YMCA. You are a people person. You have good human relations skills to facilitate positive relationships with community agencies, staff, families, and program participants. You love working with kids. You enjoy creating amazing educational experiences to help them learn and grow. You are at least 21 years old and meet the requirements for Department of Early Education and Care. You must have an EEC certification. You are able to become First Aid and CPR certified within the first six months of employment. You will obtain Child Abuse Prevention Training, Blood Borne Pathogen Training, and Sexual Harassment Training within the first 60 days of employment. Job Benefits Why work at the Y? The YMCA of Greater Boston offers a fulfilling career or part-time employment while supporting and strengthening communities. Benefits include: Developing leadership skills in a caring, diverse environment. Learning new skills and functions. Shaping the future of young children and making a difference daily. Engaging in YMCA career training programs. A healthy work/life balance. Comprehensive benefits including: FREE YMCA Membership. Discounts on programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons. Discounted or FREE family membership. Robust Retirement Plan up to 10% (eligibility required). Health, Dental, and Vision benefits. Vacation and Sick Time (Sick Time for PT). Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Education and Training Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at YMCA of Greater Boston by 2x Get notified about new Infant Teacher jobs in Boston, MA . #J-18808-Ljbffr