What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Summer Programs - Summer Explore Kindergarten Transition Program: Kindergarten Teachers position at Somerville Public Schools?
Job Goal: Summer programming at Capuano offers experiences for children with little to no prior preschool experience or who would benefit from summer programming as they transition to kindergarten.
During Summer Explore, students learn readiness skills and make friends to support a smooth entry into kindergarten. They will have a daily routine that includes free breakfast and lunch, learning in literacy and math, time to play, and extra fun activities. Parents can also get involved in activities to help connect what students learn at home and school.
Preferred Qualifications
Monday thru Friday
Start Date: July 6, 2026
End Date: July 31, 2026
Regular Day: 8:00 am - 2:45 pm
Reports to: Director of Early Childhood Education & Director of Summer Explore Kindergarten Transition Program
The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the bases of race, color, age, religion, disability, preganancy, home status, martital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
During Summer Explore, students learn readiness skills and make friends to support a smooth entry into kindergarten. They will have a daily routine that includes free breakfast and lunch, learning in literacy and math, time to play, and extra fun activities. Parents can also get involved in activities to help connect what students learn at home and school.
Preferred Qualifications
- Early Childhood/Elementary and/or ESL/ELL license and relevant successful early childhood teaching experience.
- Experience setting up a developmentally appropriate environment and planning rich curriculum experiences.
- Ability to maintain a safe and healthy environment for young children.
- Ability to support bilingual/multicultural communication with diverse students and families preferred.
- Supervise and collaborate with paraprofessionals and service providers.
- Plan and deliver high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Support children’s social emotional, academic, and physical needs.
- Build relationships with children that support learning.
- Support an inclusive classroom environment for all children.
- Participate in professional development before and during the program.
- Participate in set-up day and clean-up of classrooms on the final day.
- Seasonal/Yearly Employment
- Location: Michael E. Capuano Early Childhood Center
- $35 per hour worked
- Mandatory Orientation and Professional Development Days: June 25-26
Monday thru Friday
Start Date: July 6, 2026
End Date: July 31, 2026
Regular Day: 8:00 am - 2:45 pm
Reports to: Director of Early Childhood Education & Director of Summer Explore Kindergarten Transition Program
The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the bases of race, color, age, religion, disability, preganancy, home status, martital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
Salary : $35