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FLOAT TEACHER, HR Children's Center

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Boston University

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Brookline

AI generated summary

  • You must have MA EEC certification, a degree in early childhood education, 2+ years experience, strong interpersonal skills, reliability, computer skills, and CPR/First Aid training.
  • You will ensure children's safety and well-being, foster developmentally appropriate environments, collaborate with co-teachers, build family relationships, and adhere to licensing standards.

Requirements

  • - Teacher Certified by MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
  • - Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field
  • - Minimum 2 years of experience in an early childhood education setting
  • - Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work cooperatively and communicate well with others
  • - Reliable and conscientious
  • - Computer skills (MS Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook, Kaymbu, COR Advantage)
  • - Willingness to increase knowledge in the field
  • - Certificate of CPR and first aid training (recommended)
  • - Organized, ability to multitask
  • - Ability to work independently
  • - Flexible and able to adapt to various team teaching styles
  • - Attentive to confidentiality of records and other information

Responsibilities

  • - Ensuring the safety and well-being of all the children in each classroom they are working in
  • - Supporting the mission and philosophy of the Center
  • - Providing a nurturing, consistent, developmentally appropriate environment that meets the cognitive, emotional, social and physical needs of young children
  • - Developing and maintaining family relationships
  • - Collaborating with all of the co-teaching teams
  • - Taking part in continuous professional development
  • - Abiding by all Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) licensing standards, and all policies and procedures set forth in the employee handbook

FAQs

What age groups does the Boston University Children’s Center serve?

The Center serves children as young as infants through Pre-Kindergarten.

What educational philosophies does the Children's Center follow?

The Children's Center blends a variety of early childhood educational philosophies and approaches, including Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Constructivist.

What qualifications are required to become a Float Teacher?

A Float Teacher must be Teacher Certified by the MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), possess a Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field, and have a minimum of 2 years of experience in an early childhood education setting.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Float Teacher?

The primary responsibilities include ensuring the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom, supporting the Center's mission and philosophy, providing a nurturing environment, developing family relationships, collaborating with teaching teams, and adhering to all licensing standards.

Is prior experience in early childhood education necessary for this position?

Yes, a minimum of 2 years of experience in an early childhood education setting is required for the Float Teacher position.

What skills are important for a Float Teacher at the Children's Center?

Important skills include strong interpersonal skills, reliability, computer skills, the ability to multitask, adaptability, and a commitment to confidentiality.

What type of professional development opportunities are available?

Float Teachers are encouraged to take part in continuous professional development to increase their knowledge in the field.

Are CPR and first aid certifications required for this position?

A certificate of CPR and first aid training is recommended for the Float Teacher role.

Is this position full-time?

Yes, the Float Teacher position is full-time and operates year-round.

Does the Children's Center have an equal opportunity employment policy?

Yes, the Children's Center is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to various factors, including race, color, religion, sex, age, and more.

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Boston University (BU) is a leading private research institution that offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various fields of study. Their ultimate mission is to foster a diverse and inclusive academic community dedicated to excellence in education, research, and service. The purpose of Boston University is to empower students to realise their full potential through rigorous academic training, innovative research opportunities, and a commitment to societal impact. BU aims to contribute to the global advancement of knowledge and the betterment of society by preparing graduates to be thoughtful, engaged, and effective leaders in their chosen fields.