Preschool Teacher- Randolph

South Shore Stars is a not-for-profit organization providing the highest quality early education and youth development programs for the communities south of Boston. Founded in 1970, we annually serve over 1,200 children and youth age newborn through 18 years in a family child care system, preschool centers, school age centers, middle school programs, a high school program, and summer camp. By investing in school readiness and academic achievement, promoting healthy development and strengthening families, Stars gives children the opportunity to reach their full potential. Stars is an NAEYC accredited preschool interested in diversifying its workforce and promoting the highest level of early childhood programming to the children and families we serve. Our Mission South Shore Stars provides comprehensive early education and youth development programs that enhance the optimal growth of children from economically and culturally diverse families, using a family support approach in collaboration with schools and other service providers. Four core goals form the foundation of our work: Enable parents to work Help each child reach their full development potential Facilitate positive youth development Improve academic achievement for students at-risk of academic failure General Description Teachers, as members of a classroom teaching team, under the supervision of a Lead Teacher, plan for an assigned small group and the individual children comprising that small group. The Teacher is responsible for all classroom functioning in the absence of the Lead Teacher. Programmatic Responsibilities Assist in maintaining a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities and teaching strategies. Develop weekly plans for assigned small group. Complete all required parent reports for children in assigned small group. Help to organize and maintain classroom order, equipment, and materials Participate in child assessment and utilize information to develop individual plans for children in assigned small group. Help to organize and maintain classroom order, equipment, and materials. Participate in child assessment and utilize information to develop individual plans for children in assigned small group. Help complete goals of annual classroom Action Plan. Actively participate in Team, curriculum and other classroom meetings. Support the implementation of licensing and accreditation requirements. Follow all agency policies and procedures and document as required. Daily communication with Lead Teacher regarding activities, incidents and concerns. Complete annual professional development plan. Attend all required meetings and trainings. All other duties assigned by Lead Teacher or Center Director. Family Communication Responsibilities Maintain open and supportive communication with families. Hold the required number of family conferences for children in assigned small group. Participate in family events at the Center. Support all family involvement activities. Job Type: Full-time 8 hour shift Monday to Friday