Infant/Toddler Teacher

Relevant Work Experience:: 1+ to 2 Years Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Description:The Infant/Toddler Teacher will act as the primary care givers of the children assigned to them. They are responsible for the design, implementation, and evaluation of educationally enriched programs, which are appropriate to the developmental needs of the children they serve. Teachers help children explore their interests, develop their talents and independence, build self-esteem, and learn how to get along with others. Teachers must be enthusiastic and constantly alert.Design, implement and evaluate curriculum, which promotes the educational, social-emotional and physical development of children with whom they work. Curriculum development should: (1) follow the NAEYC Guidelines, (2) be based on the knowledge that children mainly learn through play, and (3) provide numerous & varied opportunities for children to learn through play.Responsible for classroom management and organization.Become familiar with and able to implement all policies regarding health, safety, and record keeping. Maintain and assure that children's records are objective, accurate, updated and remain confidential.Act as a resource for families regarding child development issues. Teachers will participate in informal meetings and scheduled conferences, to discuss each child's progress and needs.Complete Developmental Checklists on children as needed following OCCS regulations. Keep records of each child's progress through anecdotal records and journals. Train and supervise assistant teachers, teacher aides, students and volunteers. Observe and evaluate their performance and provide ongoing feedback.Collaborate with the team to: identify current and future goals of the Center; establish, achieve and evaluate program goals; assure that there is consistency in philosophy, curriculum and classroom management.Substitute at the Partners based child care centers as needed.Attend staff meetings and be present on the 2 annual in-service days.Maintain professionalism in appearance and in written and verbal communication, with parents, staff, and the community.Support Partners' Child Care Programs.Advise the Coordinator of equipment needs. Assure all equipment and supplies are replenished, safe and in good working order.Assume responsibility for own professional development; identify learning needs and develop plan to enhance professional development; maintain own training requirements (20 hours per year).Support Educational initiatives.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree preferred.Maintain current CPR and First Aid Certification.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.Must be able to lift 50 pounds due to varying levels of children's mobility and activity. Department of Early Education and Care Teacher certification required.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experiencePartners HealthCare offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a choice of six medical plans, two dental plans, prescription drug and vision coverage, generous Paid Time Off, disability coverage, retirement plans, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.Job Location: Boston, MAJob Number: 3463Company URL: http://www.partners.orgCompany Profile:Founded by Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, Partners HealthCare is a network of integrated hospitals and physicians providing cutting-edge patient care, teaching, and research. Over 3,000 professionals work behind the scenes to help keep Partners at the forefront of medicine, including those in Information Systems, Finance, Human Resources, Development, Real Estate, Legal Counsel, Business Planning, and other administrative capacities. Enjoy the benefits of a strong, stable organization; the largest health system in New England and the largest non-government employer in Massachusetts. Partners Healthcare System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.