Job detail
Assistant toddler teacher
YWCA CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS INC
Location
Westborough, Massachusetts
Salary
$18 - $21 / HOUR
Quick overview
Manage classroom programming to ensure high-quality, inclusive care while maintaining compliance with NAEYC and state health and safety regulations. Supervise children during activities, maintain a clean environment, and communicate regularly with parents regarding child progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma, with a willingness to enroll in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education. Applicants should have the ability to work with diverse populations and maintain necessary health and safety certifications.
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Job description
Job DetailsLevel
- EntryJob
- Location: YWCA Central
- Massachusetts -
- Westborough -
- Westborough,
- MA 01581Education
- Level:
- High
- SchoolSalary
- Range: $17.50 - $20.50
- HourlyTravel
- Percentage:
- NoneJob
- Shift:
- DayJob
- Category:
- EducationJob
- Title:
- Assistant
- Toddler
- Teacher
- Department:
- Childcare
- Reports to:
- Toddler
- Teacher
- Effective
- Date:
- April 2026
- Schedule:
- Monday through
- Friday, 8:30pm – 5:30pm
- Remote
- Position:
- No
- Job
- Summary: Manage ongoing programming in assigned classroom(s) in a professional and confidential manner and in a way which incorporates the developmental/culturally sensitive philosophy of the Center and creates an inclusive learning environment to ensure the highest quality of care, as well as compliance with National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards, Department of Early Education and Care requirements, and Mass. Health and Safety regulations.
- Supervisory
- Responsibilities:
- None
- Duties/Responsibilities: Assist in planning, implementing and maintaining Teaching Strategies Gold and creating an environment where children can learn and grow at their own pace, interact comfortably with adults, and have the opportunity to participate in individual and group (small and large) activities that recognize and values diversity of all children and ensure all learners have equal access to learning opportunities. Supervise children in play and structured activities. Maintain a safe and clean environment for children; perform light housekeeping duties as needed. Communicate with parents daily regarding progress of their child, participate in parent activities as appropriate, and work with lead teacher in working with families in need of intervention. Assist in preparing and maintaining classroom records as requested. Attend scheduled staff meetings; maintain Health and Safety, CPR and First Aid certification; complete all required training each year as required by DEEC and QRIS. Develop and follow the Annual Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP). Maintain EEC Professional Qualifications (PQ) Registry. Cover planning and lunch breaks for staff. Maintain student/teacher ratios at all times. Perform other duties as requested.
- QualificationsRequired
- Skills/Abilities: Minimum of 18 years of age Ability to work with families and children of diverse cultural backgrounds Ability to relate with co-workers/parents in a cooperative and positive manner
- Solid computer skills
- Education and
- Experience: Willingness to enroll in an Associate Early Childhood Education (ECE) degree program
- DEEC qualified preferred
- Physical
- Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the classroom. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. Must be able to bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children. Run or move quickly to respond to emergency situations Requires good physical stamina and agility
