Horizons for Homeless Children

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Teacher- Universal Pre Kindergarten (Education)



Job Title:            Teacher-UPK-Bilingual English/Spanish

Reports to:        Supervising Teacher

Status:               Full time, Exempt

Location:           Boston, MA

Overview

The Community Children's Center provides full time early care and education services for homeless children and support services for parents, in an atmosphere of safety, nurturance, and stability. A Teacher is responsible for the constant supervision of children in their classroom. A Teacher reviews important decisions with their Lead Teachers and the Education Managers, as appropriate. A Teacher supports and follows all Community Children's Center and Horizons for Homeless Children policies and procedures as well as supervises the Assistant Teachers in their classroom.

Responsibilities

Curriculum

  • Display knowledge of early childhood development.
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of a dynamic, creative, age-appropriate and multi-cultural curriculum.
  • Practice positive behavior management techniques in guiding the children's behavior.
  • Inform parents of classroom curriculum plans (e.g., posting lesson plans).

Professional Development

  • Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date PQ registry
  • Maintaining the required 20 hours of professional development annually

Communication

  • Communicate with children in a positive way that demonstrates genuine interest and respect and exhibits sensitivity to children as individuals.
  • Communicate positively with parents on a daily basis to inform them of their child's ongoing development and activities.
  • Assist in the design and implementation of other classroom parent communication systems (i.e. bulletin boards, monthly newsletters, etc.).
  • Complete children's progress reports and participate in parent conferences.
  • Assist in plans for and attending Parent-Teacher functions.
  • Communicate openly and effectively with classroom team including participating in weekly team meetings.
  • Work closely with Family Advocates to promote healthy family relationships.

Classroom Management

  • Supervise Assistant Teachers in assigned classroom.
  • Maintain appropriate standards of health and safety in accordance with state regulations and Horizons for Homeless Children policies and procedures.
  • Understand and implement emergency procedures.
  • Organize classroom schedule to allow for child initiated and teacher directed activities as well as individual and small group learning.
  • Coordinate transitions of children to and from classrooms.
  • Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair and inform Lead Teacher when supplies are low.
  • Submit all records and reports in a timely and accurate manner including attendance sheets, accident reports, progress reports and time sheets.

Required Experience and Competencies

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is required
  • Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to collaborate and solve problems using a team approach.
  • Supervision skills that focus on strengths, mutual respect, consistent feedback, professional growth, and inclusion.
  • Ability and willingness to handle all sensitive information confidentially.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Priority will be given to individuals who have had previous experience working with homeless children and their families, multi-ethnic urban families or with children-at-risk.
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge to effectively use MS Office applications and other relevant ECE software applications.
  • Commitment to Horizons mission and ability to embody our core values (Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative, and Passionate).

Where and when you'll work

This is a 40-hour, full time position that's exempt from overtime. You can expect to work Monday through Friday on-site in an assigned classrooms. There will be monthly trainings and or evening events with advanced planning and notice. Our space is located:  Edgerley Family Horizons Center at 1785 Columbus Ave, Roxbury, MA

Educational Requirements

  • Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Teacher Certification required.
  • At least 9 months to 1 year or more of relevant work experience
  • 12 ECE Credits minimum preferred for EHS and HS classrooms.
  • Associates and or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education (ECE) or related field strongly preferred

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