ASSISTANT TODDLER TEACHER - Westborough
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YWCA Central Massachusetts is hiring an ASSISTANT TODDLER TEACHER - Westborough. The Assistant Toddler Teacher manages ongoing classroom programming in a professional and confidential manner, incorporating the Center's developmental and culturally sensitive philosophy. This role creates an inclusive learning environment to ensure high-quality care and compliance with NAEYC standards, Department of Early Education and Care requirements, and Mass. Health and Safety regulations.
Key focus areas include Assist in planning, implementing and maintaining Teaching Strategies Gold., Create an environment where children can learn and grow at their own pace., and Supervise children in play and structured activities..
Successful candidates bring Minimum 18 Years Age, Willingness To Enroll Associate ECE Program, and Ability To Lift 50 Pounds. Important skills include Teaching Strategies Gold, Computer Skills, Work With Families And Children Of Diverse Cultural Backgrounds, and Relate With Co-Workers/Parents In A Cooperative And Positive Manner.
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Salary Range $17.50 - $20.50 Hourly
Level Entry
Job Shift Day
Education Level High School
Travel Percentage None
Category Education
Description
Job Title: Assistant Toddler Teacher Department: Childcare
Reports to: Toddler Teacher Effective Date: April 2026
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30pm – 5:30pm Remote Position: No
Job Summary:
Manage ongoing programming in assigned classroom(s) in a professional and confidential manner and in a way which incorporates the developmental/culturally sensitive philosophy of the Center and creates an inclusive learning environment to ensure the highest quality of care, as well as compliance with National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards, Department of Early Education and Care requirements, and Mass. Health and Safety regulations.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
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Duties/Responsibilities:
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Assist in planning, implementing and maintaining Teaching Strategies Gold and creating an environment where children can learn and grow at their own pace, interact comfortably with adults, and have the opportunity to participate in individual and group (small and large) activities that recognize and values diversity of all children and ensure all learners have equal access to learning opportunities.
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Supervise children in play and structured activities.
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Maintain a safe and clean environment for children; perform light housekeeping duties as needed.
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Communicate with parents daily regarding progress of their child, participate in parent activities as appropriate, and work with lead teacher in working with families in need of intervention.
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Assist in preparing and maintaining classroom records as requested.
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Attend scheduled staff meetings; maintain Health and Safety, CPR and First Aid certification; complete all required training each year as required by DEEC and QRIS.
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Develop and follow the Annual Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP).
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Maintain EEC Professional Qualifications (PQ) Registry.
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Cover planning and lunch breaks for staff.
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Maintain student/teacher ratios at all times.
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Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Minimum of 18 years of age
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Ability to work with families and children of diverse cultural backgrounds
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Ability to relate with co-workers/parents in a cooperative and positive manner
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Solid computer skills
Education and Experience:
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Willingness to enroll in an Associate Early Childhood Education (ECE) degree program
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DEEC qualified preferred
Physical Requirements:
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Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the classroom.
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Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
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Must be able to bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.
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Run or move quickly to respond to emergency situations
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Requires good physical stamina and agility
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