Making Opportunity Count Inc
Title Code: UCCH012
Role Title: Assistant Teacher
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Union Status: SEIU
Department: 7 – ChildCare HeadStart
Pay Range: $22.49 to $38.29 per hour (SEIU Teacher Pay Scale 2024)
Reports To: School Age Coordinator
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Revision Date: 7/28/25
About Making Opportunity Count MOC’s mission is to empower families to achieve economic security by eliminating barriers and creating opportunities. To alleviate poverty, we deliver a variety of services including childcare, education, workforce development, nutrition, health, and community and housing support.
Position Overview The Assistant Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate program that contributes to children’s overall growth, self-esteem and social competence. Develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate children’s transition to pre-school and/or kindergarten.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Knows and practices Child Care & Head Start philosophy and objectives as outlined in the Performance Standards, program policies and procedures under the guidance of the Lead Teacher
Maintain paper and electronic children’s files according to Program, EEC, NAEYC and Head Start/Early Head Start standards. Enter observations, assessment, case notes, screenings, parent teacher conferences and other required documentation. Follow up on child absences and record attendance when family service staff is not available (school vacations, illness, etc.)
Review all children’s files including medical information for health issues, i.e., allergies. Review and follow individual health plans
Follow the program’s child abuse and neglect and behavior management plan
Interact with children respectfully and affectionately, fostering positive self-concept and independence by promoting self-help and problem-solving utilizing goals from Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) as a guide
Support Lead Teacher in providing an environment in which children can learn and practice behaviors which are appropriate and acceptable individually and in a group by arranging furniture and equipment, and classroom materials to meet the changing needs of the children utilizing the Early Childhood and/or Infant/Toddler Environmental Rating Scales as a guide
Assist Lead Teacher to design and implement a developmentally appropriate, multi-cultural curriculum that maximizes each child’s opportunity for success utilizing Head Start Early Learning Frameworks, Program School Readiness Goals, Creative Curriculum Studies and Teaching Strategies Gold in planning to meet the standards
Recruits, guides and directs volunteers in cooperation with the Lead Teacher, to implement the daily program of activities, serving as a role model and giving appropriate feedback daily
Collaborates with the Lead Teacher to utilize space, material and routine as resources for constructing an interesting and safe environment that encourages exploration and learning indoors and out
Follow all health and safety requirements and regulations during diapering and toileting
Helps in housekeeping tasks, food preparation adhering to Child Care Food Program guidelines, clean-up, and helps arrange for substitutes when necessary.
Records and submits records of all volunteer hours and in-kind donations
Maintains an open, friendly and informative relationship with each child’s family, encouraging its involvement in the program
Collaborates with Lead Teacher to complete two home visits per year
Participates in staff meetings with classroom team to share and discuss relevant information about children, families and classroom operations
Check and respond to Agency email on a regular basis
Collaborates with other classrooms to promote program goals and objectives
Assumes responsibility for daily program in Lead Teacher’s absence. Works independently and manages time effectively to ensure a well-run classroom
Participate in at least 20 hours of training per year to comply with EEC, QRIS, Head Start and CACFP trainings. Enter all training/course work into the EEC Professional Qualifications Registry (P.Q.R.)
Have a good working knowledge of MOC policies and procedures, Head Start Early Head Start and EEC licensing regulations
Other duties as assigned within scope.
Required Qualifications and Skills
High School Diploma or GED
Enroll in a CDA (for appropriate age group) or a degree program in Early Childhood Education or a related field to be completed within two years
Obtain EEC Teacher Certification as requirements are met
Access to reliable transportation
Dependable and Flexible
Able to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work with other adults and children
Ability to follow directions
Exhibit cultural sensitivity
Bi-lingual staff must be able to speak, write and read in two languages, and assist with translations as necessary.
Fulfillment of all specific health and safety requirements (staff physical every 2 years, with evidence of Montoux and MMR test, OSHA, first aid and CPR)
Must have a suitable Background Record Check (BRC) such as the Massachusetts CORI
Job site/assignment may change based upon program needs
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift children and/or work-related equipment up to 40 pounds, bend, walk and climb stairs
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Compensation A salary within the range of $22.49 to $38.29 per hour will be provided to the successful candidate having met the minimum requirements for the position consistent with MOC’s compensation philosophy. The candidate’s exact placement will be determined based on factors consistent with MOC’s compensation framework. MOC offers a competitive benefits package including:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
15 Paid Vacation Days
12 Paid Sick Days
13 Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Opportunities
Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance
Tuition Remission
Pet Insurance
Employee Discounts
Professional Development Opportunities
On-Demand early pay access
Immediate 403b Employer Contribution, 100% Vesting on Day One!
EEO Statement Making Opportunity Count is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Role Title: Assistant Teacher
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Union Status: SEIU
Department: 7 – ChildCare HeadStart
Pay Range: $22.49 to $38.29 per hour (SEIU Teacher Pay Scale 2024)
Reports To: School Age Coordinator
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Revision Date: 7/28/25
About Making Opportunity Count MOC’s mission is to empower families to achieve economic security by eliminating barriers and creating opportunities. To alleviate poverty, we deliver a variety of services including childcare, education, workforce development, nutrition, health, and community and housing support.
Position Overview The Assistant Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate program that contributes to children’s overall growth, self-esteem and social competence. Develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate children’s transition to pre-school and/or kindergarten.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Knows and practices Child Care & Head Start philosophy and objectives as outlined in the Performance Standards, program policies and procedures under the guidance of the Lead Teacher
Maintain paper and electronic children’s files according to Program, EEC, NAEYC and Head Start/Early Head Start standards. Enter observations, assessment, case notes, screenings, parent teacher conferences and other required documentation. Follow up on child absences and record attendance when family service staff is not available (school vacations, illness, etc.)
Review all children’s files including medical information for health issues, i.e., allergies. Review and follow individual health plans
Follow the program’s child abuse and neglect and behavior management plan
Interact with children respectfully and affectionately, fostering positive self-concept and independence by promoting self-help and problem-solving utilizing goals from Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) as a guide
Support Lead Teacher in providing an environment in which children can learn and practice behaviors which are appropriate and acceptable individually and in a group by arranging furniture and equipment, and classroom materials to meet the changing needs of the children utilizing the Early Childhood and/or Infant/Toddler Environmental Rating Scales as a guide
Assist Lead Teacher to design and implement a developmentally appropriate, multi-cultural curriculum that maximizes each child’s opportunity for success utilizing Head Start Early Learning Frameworks, Program School Readiness Goals, Creative Curriculum Studies and Teaching Strategies Gold in planning to meet the standards
Recruits, guides and directs volunteers in cooperation with the Lead Teacher, to implement the daily program of activities, serving as a role model and giving appropriate feedback daily
Collaborates with the Lead Teacher to utilize space, material and routine as resources for constructing an interesting and safe environment that encourages exploration and learning indoors and out
Follow all health and safety requirements and regulations during diapering and toileting
Helps in housekeeping tasks, food preparation adhering to Child Care Food Program guidelines, clean-up, and helps arrange for substitutes when necessary.
Records and submits records of all volunteer hours and in-kind donations
Maintains an open, friendly and informative relationship with each child’s family, encouraging its involvement in the program
Collaborates with Lead Teacher to complete two home visits per year
Participates in staff meetings with classroom team to share and discuss relevant information about children, families and classroom operations
Check and respond to Agency email on a regular basis
Collaborates with other classrooms to promote program goals and objectives
Assumes responsibility for daily program in Lead Teacher’s absence. Works independently and manages time effectively to ensure a well-run classroom
Participate in at least 20 hours of training per year to comply with EEC, QRIS, Head Start and CACFP trainings. Enter all training/course work into the EEC Professional Qualifications Registry (P.Q.R.)
Have a good working knowledge of MOC policies and procedures, Head Start Early Head Start and EEC licensing regulations
Other duties as assigned within scope.
Required Qualifications and Skills
High School Diploma or GED
Enroll in a CDA (for appropriate age group) or a degree program in Early Childhood Education or a related field to be completed within two years
Obtain EEC Teacher Certification as requirements are met
Access to reliable transportation
Dependable and Flexible
Able to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work with other adults and children
Ability to follow directions
Exhibit cultural sensitivity
Bi-lingual staff must be able to speak, write and read in two languages, and assist with translations as necessary.
Fulfillment of all specific health and safety requirements (staff physical every 2 years, with evidence of Montoux and MMR test, OSHA, first aid and CPR)
Must have a suitable Background Record Check (BRC) such as the Massachusetts CORI
Job site/assignment may change based upon program needs
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift children and/or work-related equipment up to 40 pounds, bend, walk and climb stairs
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Compensation A salary within the range of $22.49 to $38.29 per hour will be provided to the successful candidate having met the minimum requirements for the position consistent with MOC’s compensation philosophy. The candidate’s exact placement will be determined based on factors consistent with MOC’s compensation framework. MOC offers a competitive benefits package including:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
15 Paid Vacation Days
12 Paid Sick Days
13 Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Opportunities
Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance
Tuition Remission
Pet Insurance
Employee Discounts
Professional Development Opportunities
On-Demand early pay access
Immediate 403b Employer Contribution, 100% Vesting on Day One!
EEO Statement Making Opportunity Count is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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