Mentor Educator

About This Role

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire is seeking dedicated team members to join our Early Care and Education Center at Plymouth State University. Starting in August 2026, we will be operating under the umbrella of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire. Our high-quality early childhood program serves as both a nurturing learning environment for young children and a hands-on training site for university students. Grounded in developmentally appropriate, play-based practices, the center supports children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth while fostering strong partnerships with families and the university community.

This is an exciting opportunity for passionate educators to become part of a collaborative, mission-driven team, make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, and grow professionally within a supportive and dynamic environment. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a chance to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.

What You'll Do

Serve Young Children and Support Their Growth

• Cultivates a positive, inclusive, and responsive classroom environment that encourages child development and learning, and serves as a demonstration site for best practices in early childhood education.
• Builds strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues, responding thoughtfully to individual needs, interests, and developmental stages.
• Provides nurturing and positive child guidance using strategies aligned with the Pyramid Model Framework, and models best practices for college observers and practicum students.
• Develops and implements curriculum that honors emergent practices, incorporating intentional planning and reflection with the teaching team.
• Uses systematic observation and documentation as tools for curriculum planning, teaching, and assessing member growth and development, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of children, ensuring regulatory compliance and ethical practice in daily operations.
• Monitors program effectiveness, tracking outcome metrics, and collaborating with colleagues to reflect on practices and improve the quality of care.
• Maintains open communication with families, sharing daily updates, and engaging them in planning, parent conferences, and family education events.
• Guards the safety and well-being of children, modeling active supervision and adhering to safety protocols.
• Ensures that teaching practices align with NAEYC standards, GSQ, Culture DNA code, and BGCCNNH and CCLU policies, using these standards to inform instruction and improve student learning.
• Administers medications, provides first aid, and communicates effectively with families, demonstrating professionalism and adherence to company policies.
• Maintains a well-organized, safe, and visually appealing classroom environment, modeling best practices for observers and assisting with cleaning and upkeep.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood, Pre-School Education, Youth Development, or Elementary Education with at least 6 credits in Early Childhood or Pre-School Education and 3 years of experience in teaching young children (B-5). Supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, Pre-School Education, Youth Development, or Elementary Education with at least 6 credits in Early Childhood or Pre-School Education and 3-5 years of experience in teaching young children (B-5).
• Knowledge and ability to implement current methods, principles, and techniques of ECE teaching, including constructivism, emergent curriculum, project work, and the Pyramid Model Framework.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and application.
• Ability to form developmentally appropriate relationships with children and promote positive behavior.
• Ability to motivate members and manage behavior problems with patience using positive guidance strategies and the Pyramid Model Framework.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to communicate with staff, families, college students, and adult learners in a variety of methods.
• Must be willing to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Meet the needs, abilities, and interests of the children. Observe, assess, and record children’s progress and maintain children’s records, including for special education or early intervention.
• Must be trained in supervision, coaching, and mentoring of adult learners.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications per Bureau of Childcare licensing requirements.
• Must obtain a NH Credential within 6 months of start date.
• Must obtain required NH health and safety trainings within 90 days from the hire date.
• Must obtain full Pyramid Model e-Module training within one year of the start date.
• May be required to drive the Club van/short bus periodically.
• Must possess a safe driving record and submit a copy of such record to either the Operations Director or the Human Resources department.

• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Must be willing to travel between locations when requested.

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

• All of the candidates that are offered a job with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire will have to submit to an FBI fingerprint background check and submit to a background check through the State of NH Criminal Records Dept. and FirstAdvantage.
• Obtain NH Health Record within 60 days of hire.
• Expected to meet monthly with the Director and complete the annual evaluations process. Participate in college student or adult learner meetings. Attend staff meetings, participate in committees, and work on special projects. Follow and uphold all procedures and policies of the BGCCNNH, Keene State College, and Plymouth State University as applicable. Ensure supervising and teaching with the most updated professional knowledge and information by attending conferences, workshops, and keeping current with course literature. Maintain professional development hours as determined by NH Credential. Assume administrative designation in the director’s absence.
• This organization has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse of children and will not tolerate mistreatment or abuse of children in its programs. Any such mistreatment or abuse by an employee will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment and cooperation with law enforcement.

Nice to Have

For more information about our organization, visit www.nhyouth.org.

Benefits

• Exempt, Salaried Position.
• We offer an extensive benefits package. Benefits include:
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement (403B) Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
• Child Care Discount
• The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
• This job description is subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director, Board, or organizational needs.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern NH

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire provides early learning, out-of-school time programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 1200 youth weekly throughout the central and northern New Hampshire. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.

Salary : $46,000 - $50,000