Team Teacher (2 Openings)
Wellesley College

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Job Posting Title
Team Teacher (2 Openings)

Job Description Summary
Admin Casual

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:
Support Lead Teacher and other Teachers in classroom management to maintain a developmentally appropriate indoor/outdoor preschool classroom. Develop relationships with up to 16 children in the classroom. Demonstrate a beginning knowledge of child development and early childhood education. Assist in classroom and playground set-up and clean-up. Model appropriate teacher language and behavior to Student Teachers, Student Interns, and classroom volunteers. Be an active participant in daily team meetings. Accept professional responsibility and supervision.

Schedule: Approx. 10-15 hours per week, September - May

Requirements:

• MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Preschool Assistant Teacher Certification OR coursework/experience that meets minimum requirements for EEC Assistant Teacher qualification.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field OR working towards Bachelor's Degree
• Beginning knowledge of child development and early childhood education.
• Some experience with young children in a professional setting.
• Fluency in English language.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail.
• Able to effectively communicate with children, families and co-workers.
• 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
• Recent physical exam determining good health, stating no physical restrictions, and meeting all EEC requirements
• Ability to work effectively in an inclusive, culturally diverse environment

EEO Statement
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

Worker Sub-Type
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type
Part 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, committed to 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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