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Associate Teachers - Penacook Early Learning Center
Acquire4Hire, Concord, New Hampshire, United States, 03306
Associate Teachers – Penacook Early Learning Center
Base pay range: $16.19/hr – $19.92/hr
Summary The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire is a dynamic organization that currently supports 200 staff working in 30 Early Childhood and School Time programs with a large geographic footprint. We’re hiring associate teachers for the brand‑new Rowe Family Early Learning Center in Penacook. Enjoy pristine surroundings and caring, experienced colleagues at the newly constructed Penacook Community Center! This position is responsible for upholding and implementing the BGCCNNH mission, supporting children and teachers, and ensuring the health and safety of the children.
Duties Prepare Youth for Success
Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
Responds sensitively to the interests, requests, and needs of individual children, interacts positively with children, encourages exploration, and uses positive child guidance strategies
Provides guidance and role modeling to club members by planning and outlining curriculum to meet the individual needs of youth by incorporating elements of an emergent curriculum
Establishes and maintains program goals to ensure the health and safety of all members
May ensure the evaluation of club programs continually, including tracking outcome metrics; verify that programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity
Uses child observation notes as a tool for curriculum planning, and keeps accurate and up‑to‑date records
Continuously accounts for the members in their assigned group by name and face
Oversees implementation of NAEYC standards and GSQ (when applicable), Culture DNA code, as well as BGCCNNH and CCLU rules and policies regarding safety, compliance, and best practices
Dispenses medications according to company policy, administers first aid as needed; and communicates all occurrences to families
Oversees and assists in cleaning, organizing, and maintaining classroom well‑being and upkeep
Program Development, Implementation, and Supervision
Oversees proper record‑keeping and weekly reporting, including activities and events conducted in the membership/finance system. Will provide data for input to a Center Director or other applicable staff
Facilitates open and effective, professional verbal and written communication with families, staff, and children
Supervises classroom staff, students, and volunteers; provides regular feedback about job performance
Supports volunteers, practicum students, and staff through modeling techniques and strategies that connect theory to practice
May lead planning meetings with the teaching team
May increase the visibility of club programs via daily schedule postings, announcements of upcoming events through different social media channels, family emails, etc.
Other duties as assigned
Relationships Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with club staff (professional and volunteer), club members, and supervisors to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents, and others to assist in resolving problems when required.
Requirements
Must be an associate teacher qualified before November 6, 2017, have a minimum of 9 credits in related coursework or have a minimum of 1,000 hours of supervised child care experience in a licensed child care program, and knowledge of child growth and development obtained through one of the following: a) Completion of a high school level 2‑year career and technical education course in teacher education; b) A 3‑credit college course in child or human growth and development; c) Thirty hours of training in child growth and development, granted by an accredited college or university, an authorized provider of the International Association for Continuing Education and Training, or obtained through documented life experience, including experience with the same age children, the associate teacher supervises, such as a family child care provider, service as a foster parent, work as a school teacher, work as a camp counselor and experience as a group leader for children in sports or other activities, such as scouts or little league, or closely related experience.
Must be 18 years of age or older
Knowledge of current methods, principles, and techniques of teaching
Knowledge of curriculum development and application
Ability to plan and implement quality programs; proven track record of creative and artistic teaching strategies
Ability to form developmentally appropriate relationships with children and promote positive behavior
Ability to motivate members and manage behavior problems with patience
Additional Expectations
All candidates who are offered a job with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire will have to submit for an FBI fingerprint background check and submit to a background check through the State of NH Criminal Records Dept. and FirstAdvantage. Note: The State of NH Childcare Licensing Bureau may prohibit you from being employed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire should there be a disqualifying finding on your criminal record. In addition, even if the State of NH reviews your records and allows you to work at the club, we still reserve the right to determine your employment status.
This organization has a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse and will not tolerate mistreatment or abuse in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment and cooperation with law enforcement.
Nice to Haves Please visit www.nhyouth.org to learn more about our organization.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement (403B) Contribution
Paid Time Off
Professional Development Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Child Care Discount
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
This job description is subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director, Board, or organizational needs.
About Us The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire provides early learning, out‑of‑school time programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 1,200 youth weekly throughout the central and northern New Hampshire. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.
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Summary The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire is a dynamic organization that currently supports 200 staff working in 30 Early Childhood and School Time programs with a large geographic footprint. We’re hiring associate teachers for the brand‑new Rowe Family Early Learning Center in Penacook. Enjoy pristine surroundings and caring, experienced colleagues at the newly constructed Penacook Community Center! This position is responsible for upholding and implementing the BGCCNNH mission, supporting children and teachers, and ensuring the health and safety of the children.
Duties Prepare Youth for Success
Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
Responds sensitively to the interests, requests, and needs of individual children, interacts positively with children, encourages exploration, and uses positive child guidance strategies
Provides guidance and role modeling to club members by planning and outlining curriculum to meet the individual needs of youth by incorporating elements of an emergent curriculum
Establishes and maintains program goals to ensure the health and safety of all members
May ensure the evaluation of club programs continually, including tracking outcome metrics; verify that programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity
Uses child observation notes as a tool for curriculum planning, and keeps accurate and up‑to‑date records
Continuously accounts for the members in their assigned group by name and face
Oversees implementation of NAEYC standards and GSQ (when applicable), Culture DNA code, as well as BGCCNNH and CCLU rules and policies regarding safety, compliance, and best practices
Dispenses medications according to company policy, administers first aid as needed; and communicates all occurrences to families
Oversees and assists in cleaning, organizing, and maintaining classroom well‑being and upkeep
Program Development, Implementation, and Supervision
Oversees proper record‑keeping and weekly reporting, including activities and events conducted in the membership/finance system. Will provide data for input to a Center Director or other applicable staff
Facilitates open and effective, professional verbal and written communication with families, staff, and children
Supervises classroom staff, students, and volunteers; provides regular feedback about job performance
Supports volunteers, practicum students, and staff through modeling techniques and strategies that connect theory to practice
May lead planning meetings with the teaching team
May increase the visibility of club programs via daily schedule postings, announcements of upcoming events through different social media channels, family emails, etc.
Other duties as assigned
Relationships Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with club staff (professional and volunteer), club members, and supervisors to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
External: Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents, and others to assist in resolving problems when required.
Requirements
Must be an associate teacher qualified before November 6, 2017, have a minimum of 9 credits in related coursework or have a minimum of 1,000 hours of supervised child care experience in a licensed child care program, and knowledge of child growth and development obtained through one of the following: a) Completion of a high school level 2‑year career and technical education course in teacher education; b) A 3‑credit college course in child or human growth and development; c) Thirty hours of training in child growth and development, granted by an accredited college or university, an authorized provider of the International Association for Continuing Education and Training, or obtained through documented life experience, including experience with the same age children, the associate teacher supervises, such as a family child care provider, service as a foster parent, work as a school teacher, work as a camp counselor and experience as a group leader for children in sports or other activities, such as scouts or little league, or closely related experience.
Must be 18 years of age or older
Knowledge of current methods, principles, and techniques of teaching
Knowledge of curriculum development and application
Ability to plan and implement quality programs; proven track record of creative and artistic teaching strategies
Ability to form developmentally appropriate relationships with children and promote positive behavior
Ability to motivate members and manage behavior problems with patience
Additional Expectations
All candidates who are offered a job with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire will have to submit for an FBI fingerprint background check and submit to a background check through the State of NH Criminal Records Dept. and FirstAdvantage. Note: The State of NH Childcare Licensing Bureau may prohibit you from being employed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire should there be a disqualifying finding on your criminal record. In addition, even if the State of NH reviews your records and allows you to work at the club, we still reserve the right to determine your employment status.
This organization has a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse and will not tolerate mistreatment or abuse in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment and cooperation with law enforcement.
Nice to Haves Please visit www.nhyouth.org to learn more about our organization.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement (403B) Contribution
Paid Time Off
Professional Development Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Child Care Discount
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
This job description is subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director, Board, or organizational needs.
About Us The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire provides early learning, out‑of‑school time programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 1,200 youth weekly throughout the central and northern New Hampshire. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.
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