Lead Teacher Job at Wellesley College
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Job Posting Title
Lead Teacher
Job Description Summary
Admin Exempt
Job Description
ABOUT THE CENTER:
The Child Study Center, a campus-based laboratory preschool, offers a play based, emergent curriculum designed to nurture children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. To this end, we offer a modified, open-structure classroom concept in which the schedule, routines, staff, classroom activity areas, and presentation of materials are highly organized but flexible enough to meet the individual needs of each developing child within the context of the whole group. We carefully and thoughtfully construct aesthetically pleasing learning environments and experiences to tap into children’s curiosity, engage the whole child, and maintain a balanced, safe, healthy learning environment. We encourage the involvement of families and strengthening the relationships between children, families, and community.
The philosophy that is the cornerstone of our core beliefs, is that children are inherently good and capable. Although all children follow their individual developmental trajectory, there are certain patterns of development that follow a predictable sequence and both the environment and support from skillful teachers can exert tremendous influence on the child’s development. Through their play, children expand their imagination, extend their creativity, and develop problem solving skills. Play provides opportunities for children to navigate social relationships, test hypotheses about materials, develop spatial awareness, practice maintaining attention, and extend critical thinking skills. Play is the work of the child!
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Design, prepare, manage, and maintain a world-class, model preschool environment at the Child Study Center and at the research lab at the Science Center. Represent Wellesley College and the Child Study Center to current and prospective parents, professional colleagues, and the general public. Classroom management and curriculum planning as designated to implement developmentally appropriate practices that support children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs. Support and maintain high-quality standards in indoor/outdoor laboratory preschool classrooms.
This is an Academic Year position, Late August – Late May
Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm
Salary range will be provided upon receipt of application.
Pay rate will depend on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits.
Responsibilities include:
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Develop relationships with up to 16 children in the classroom and, to a lesser extent, with all children in the school.
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Meet the individual and group needs of the children in care.
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Counsel, advise, and confer with parents, local school systems, outside agencies, and early childhood specialists.
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Establish and maintain relationships of cooperation and respect with co-workers, supervisors, children, and families.
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Interface with Wellesley College Faculty, Student Teachers, Student Researchers, Parents, and Caregivers, demonstrating expertise in child development and early childhood education.
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Facilitate cutting-edge classroom observations for more than 5000 annual visits from Professors and students, parents, and visitors.
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Help design and facilitate Faculty & Student research, both at the Child Study Center and the Science Center.
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Train and supervise other classroom teachers, including Assistant Teachers, Team Teachers, Student Interns, Student Teachers, and volunteers.
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Develop, organize, and design creative, exemplary outdoor and indoor curriculum and environments.
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Evaluate and document classroom activities and children’s behavior.
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Lead daily team meetings and designated staff, planning, clinical consultant, parent education, and other ad hoc meetings.
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Lead parent conferences in Fall and Spring, write and supervise the writing of children's conference and progress reports.
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Lead the annual set-up of classroom at beginning of school year and annual curriculum/classroom/building inventory at close of school year.
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Lead various professional activities in Child Psychology and Early Childhood Education.
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Attend relevant workshops and seminars to maintain professional qualifications and stay up-to-date on current research, ideas, and trends in psychology, young children, and the early childhood industry.
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Present case histories to clinical consultant
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Conduct home visits.
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Present professional workshops and lectures to staff, students, other preschool professionals, and the general public.
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Treat each child with dignity, respect, and appreciation for his/her cultural background.
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Ensure the safety of each child, in the classroom, on playground, and in common areas.
Position Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be considered for employment:
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MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Preschool Lead Teacher Certification
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Masters degree in early childhood education
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At least 5 years relevant experience with young children in a professional setting
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Expertise in child development and early childhood education
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Fluency in English language
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Advanced knowledge of computers and software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Spreadsheets, Google Calendar, etc
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Able to effectively communicate with children, families and co-workers.
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Physical capacity to care for young children, including lifting children, sitting on the floor with children, climbing step-stools, lifting and re-shelving curriculum materials, storing and organizing classroom equipment, setting up tables and chairs for research and visiting classes
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Able to react quickly in an emergency, bending, lifting, going up and down stairs quickly, and moving quickly in general, when needed
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Recent physical exam determining good health, stating no physical restrictions, and meeting all EEC requirements
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Ability to work effectively in an inclusive, culturally diverse environment
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All employees hired after August 2, 2021 are required to upload proof of vaccination and booster against COVID‐19, subject to approved medical or religious exemptions or disability accommodations.
Organizational Relationship
Extremely friendly and supportive management and co-workers. Excellent working environment.
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Directly reports to Faculty Director.
Wellesley College offers a wide variety of benefits programs and resources to its employees, including:
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Generous paid time off
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Following one year of employment, Wellesley College will contribute up to 10.5% towards your 403B plan for eligible employees
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Resources to navigate student loan forgiveness
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Free use of the athletic/fitness facilities, including onsite fitness classes
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Free on-site parking in an enclosed parking garage
All employees hired after August 2, 2021 are required to upload proof of vaccination and booster against COVID‐19, subject to approved medical or religious exemptions or disability accommodations.
Worker Sub-Type
Administrative
Time Type
Full time
EEO Statement
At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas—the best solutions—draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members for the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.
Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Wellesley College and all its subcontractors shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that Wellesley College and all of its subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.
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