Magical Beginnings
education
PreschoolAssistantTeacher
“Preschool Assistant Teacher at Magical Beginnings. Skills: Preschool Assistant Teacher, early childhood education, child development, classroom management, compliance with regulations. Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum and classroom activities aligned with early childhood education best practices. Creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing preschool classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development”
What You'll Achieve.
helping young learners develop confidence, independence, and school readiness skills; supports children’s learning, development, and daily care; supporting children’s developmental growth and school readiness skills
Industry & Context.
Ability to actively engage with children throughout the day, including sitting on the floor, bending, lifting, and participating in indoor and outdoor activities, Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, New York State background clearances, fingerprinting, criminal history review, Statewide Central Register (SCR) clearance, health and immunization requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Must meet New York State OCFS qualifications for a Preschool Lead Teacher position in a licensed childcare center, High School Diploma or equivalent required, Previous experience working in a preschool, daycare, childcare, or early childhood education setting required, Knowledge of child development, classroom management, and age-appropriate learning practices, Ability to maintain compliance with New York State childcare licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and teacher-to-child ratios, Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all required New York State background clearances and regulatory requirements, including fingerprinting, criminal history review, and Statewide Central Register (SCR) clearance., Candidates must also meet all applicable health and immunization requirements in accordance with state regulations.
Nice to Have
CDA, Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred, Prior experience leading a preschool classroom and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum preferred
What You'll Do.
Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum and classroom activities aligned with early childhood education best practices
and nurturing preschool classroom environment that promotes social
and physical development
Leading daily classroom routines including circle time
and transitions throughout the school day
Supervising and engaging preschool-aged children while maintaining active classroom management and safe teacher-to-child ratios
Conducting classroom observations and supporting children’s developmental growth and school readiness skills
Building positive relationships and open communication with families regarding classroom activities
Collaborating with Assistant Teachers
and center leadership to maintain a team-oriented childcare environment
Maintaining classroom cleanliness
and sanitization in accordance with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and health and safety standards
Preparing lesson plans
and learning environments that encourage creativity
and hands-on learning
Ensuring compliance with all childcare licensing requirements
and early education quality standards
Supporting a positive daycare and preschool culture that reflects professionalism
and a passion for early childhood education
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborating with Assistant Teachers, support staff, and center leadership to maintain a team-oriented childcare environment; Supporting a positive daycare and preschool culture that reflects professionalism, teamwork, and a passion for early childhood education
Communication Scope
communication; open communication with families
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