Associate Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We're looking for a dedicated and caring professional to join our team at the Belmont Early Learning Center as an Associate Teacher.

This dynamic role is perfect for someone who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and has the skills and dedication to support the BGCCNNH mission.

The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a nurturing environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes, engaging with children, assisting with cleaning and organizing the classroom, and documenting child observations.

What You'll Do

Prepare Youth for Success

• Provides a stimulating environment that encourages children to learn and grow.
• Balances individual needs and interests with the needs of the group.
• Delivers high-quality programs that cater to diverse learning styles.
• Ensures a safe and healthy environment for all children.
• Continuously evaluates program effectiveness and makes adjustments as needed.
• Utilizes child observation notes to inform curriculum planning and make data-driven decisions.
• Maintains accurate records and reports on program activities.
• Ensures seamless communication with families, staff, and community members.
• Supervises and supports classroom staff, volunteers, and practicum students.
• Leads planning meetings and implements NAEYC standards and GSQ.
• Displays creativity and flexibility in teaching strategies.

Program Development, Implementation, and Supervision

• Maintains accurate records and reports on program activities.
• Communicates effectively with families, staff, and community members.
• Supervises and supports classroom staff, volunteers, and practicum students.
• Develops and implements quality programs that meet diverse learning needs.
• Ensures a safe and healthy environment for all children.
• Maintains accurate records and reports on program activities.
• Leads planning meetings and implements NAEYC standards and GSQ.
• Continuously evaluates program effectiveness and makes adjustments as needed.

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 1000 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.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to communicate with staff, families, and community members in a variety of methods.
• Must be willing to maintain the Club dress code appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Must be willing to adapt to different learning styles.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications per Bureau of Childcare licensing requirements.
• May be required to drive the Club van/short bus periodically.
• Must possess a safe driving record and submit a copy of such record to either the Operations Director or human resources department.
• Required to assist in cleaning and organizing the Club.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Must be willing to travel between locations when requested. (Only occasional travel is required)
• All of the 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 First Advantage. 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 of children and will not tolerate mistreatment or abuse of children in its programs. Any such 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

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Benefits

• This is hourly, full-time position.

  We offer an extensive benefits package. Benefits include:

  Health Insurance

  Mileage Reimbursement

  Dental Insurance

  Vision Insurance

  Disability Insurance

  Life Insurance

  Retirement (403B) Contribution

  Paid Time Off

  Professional Development Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement

  Excellent Child Care Program

  The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees. 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.

  Job listing is subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director, Board, or organizational needs.

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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 1200 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.