Early Childhood Certified Infant / Toddler Assistant Teacher

Early Childhood Certified Infant / Toddler Assistant Teacher

Godine Early Learning in Newton, MA seeks a passionate and experienced Certified Infant / Toddler Assistant Teacher to join our team of educators.

This full-time, salaried position is part of JCC Greater Boston's Early Learning Centers. The role focuses on providing a positive, nurturing environment that fosters learning and growth for children of diverse backgrounds. The ideal candidate is an experienced, dedicated educator with a kind and compassionate approach to working with children and collaborating with colleagues.

As a Certified Infant / Toddler Assistant Teacher, you will help shape the educational journeys and social-emotional growth of our students. You will collaborate with a team of educators and develop engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans that spark curiosity and learning.

JCC Greater Boston is committed to valuing the uniqueness of every constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds and strive to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, guided by our core values : Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation.

This is a full-time, salaried position offering a competitive starting salary of $43,000–$44,625 annually. Salary will depend on the scope of the position, candidate qualifications, experience, and internal equity. JCC Greater Boston also has openings for part-time Teachers with multiple shift options across age groups (infants, toddlers, preschool) or floater positions; please contact us to explore these options.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with Lead Teacher to implement developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum
• Communicate and document children's interactions and experiences in alignment with best practices and policy
• Collaborate with Co-Teachers to assess developmental stages and maintain records, including progress reports and play-based assessments (e.g., COR Advantage)
• Use best practices per Mass EEC, JCC SHEVA frameworks, and curriculum guidelines; adhere to EEC regulations and NAEYC guidelines
• Maintain an organized, vibrant classroom environment that promotes health, safety, and development
• Set positive limits and provide emotional safety; maintain effective classroom management
• Incorporate input from the Child Development Specialist
• Document learning as an instructional tool using portfolios, checklists, observations, digital tools, or other methods
• Review and update files, noting allergies or special traits pertinent to each child

Additional Instruction and Learning

Family Engagement

Standard Staff Expectations

Requirements

Education and Experience : EEC Certification or eligibility to become certified immediately, plus a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent and one year of supervised relevant work experience. An A.A. in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred but not required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC's discretion.

Skills & Abilities

Physical Requirements

Must be willing and able to work in person at the Newton site. Daily outdoor playground duties required; ability to stand, walk for long periods, climb stairs, bend, kneel, reach, and lift / carry young children up to 20–30 pounds; ability to be at child's eye level.

ADA Statement

Individuals must possess these criteria or be able to demonstrate the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

About JCC Greater Boston

Since 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive community through its network of early learning centers, camps, teen and family programs, health offerings, and adult classes. We value diversity and provide an open, welcoming setting for all, guided by our core values : Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation.

To learn more, visit the careers page at https : / / www.bostonjcc.org / careers /

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. We encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Benefits

Our Perks includes complimentary Individual JCC membership and access to facilities and discounts for programs and services.

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