Toddler Caregiver

South Shore Stars is a not-for-profit organization providing high-quality early education and youth development programs for communities south of Boston. Our mission is to enhance the optimal growth of children from diverse families, using a family support approach in collaboration with schools and other service providers.

• We are expanding our programs, seeking to add talented individuals to our team.

We are looking for a Toddler Caregiver to join our team. As a member of a classroom teaching team, you will work under the supervision of a Lead Teacher to plan for assigned small groups and individual children. You will be responsible for all classroom functioning in the absence of the Lead Teacher.

• Maintain a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities and teaching strategies.
• Develop weekly plans for assigned small groups.
• Complete required parent reports for children in assigned small groups.
• Help organize and maintain classroom order, equipment, and materials.
• Participate in child assessment and utilize information to develop individual plans for children in assigned small groups.

• EEC Toddler Teacher or Lead Teacher Certification is required.
• Toddler Classroom Experience is preferred.
• AA in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete all program responsibilities.
• Demonstrated classroom management skills.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and commitment to DAP.
• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child assessment and ability to use data to develop/implement individual plans.
• Warm and nurturing personality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Commitment to agency's mission of supporting low-income families and at-risk children.

The salary range for this position is $22.87-26.88 per hour. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, employee assistance program, life insurance, generous paid time off, professional development assistance, retirement plan, vision insurance, and 50% off daycare for full-time employees with a child attending our program five days a week.

At South Shore Stars, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.