Daycare Educator

Overview
We are looking for a compassionate, dependable, and enthusiastic Child Care Educator to join our early childhood team. In this role, you will help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where children feel supported while developing socially, emotionally, and academically.

Responsibilities

• Foster positive social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Follow all center policies and state licensing regulations
• Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that promote literacy, numeracy, social skills, and physical development in line with early childhood education standards.
• Provide attentive toddler care and preschool instruction, ensuring each child's individual needs are met with compassion and professionalism.
• Manage classroom activities effectively by maintaining organized lesson plans, facilitating engaging lessons, and overseeing daily routines.
• Employ behavior management techniques to encourage positive conduct and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a cohesive classroom environment that promotes learning, safety, and child welfare.
• Communicate regularly with parents or guardians to share progress updates, discuss developmental milestones, and address concerns transparently.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of childhood development principles and classroom management techniques.
• Proven ability to work effectively with children of diverse backgrounds, including toddlers and preschoolers.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with children, parents, colleagues, and community partners.
• Ability to plan lessons that incorporate standardized testing preparation where appropriate while fostering a love of learning.
• Knowledge of childcare regulations, child welfare standards, and best practices in daycare settings.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in child care or early childhood education preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, patient, and nurturing personality
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willing to obtain
• EEC certification or willingness to obtain, required by state

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive team environment
• Career growth within early childhood education
• Rewarding work making a difference in children’s lives

Schedule

• Full-time available
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

License/Certification:

• Early education certificate for the state of Massachusetts (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person