Early Childhood Educator

The Open Center for Children, a year round mixed ages preschool in Somerville, is currently seeking a certified early childhood educator. We are a non-profit two classroom school that practices play-based learning, inspired by many of the great leaders in early education, including Reggio Emilia. 

What sets up apart

• Low ratios. In our toddler/preschool room we have 3 teachers with 9 children, as well as a morning assistant. In our preschool classroom we have 4 teachers with 10 teachers with the support of a floating teacher.
• Supportive environment. We center teacher feedback and priorities, working together to develop areas of growth as a center as well as individuals.
• Out of classroom time. With lower ratios and additional support staff, teachers are able to take out of classroom time for team meetings, writing documentation, sending newsletters, and deepening their professional practice.
• A long history. Open Center was established in 1972 and everywhere you look it seems there is someone who was once a student, teacher, or past family member in our community. We value our history, and use it to strengthen our future and continuously grow and evolve.
• Teachers as people first. We value our teachers as people first, and employees second. This shapes how we approach supervising, providing compensation and benefits, and how we aim to interact and support each other day to day.

Ideal Candidates

• Hold current EEC certification.
• CDA, Associates, Bachelors or higher.
• Has experience with Reggio Emilia, or is highly motivated to learn.
• Are dedicated to progressing in the field, interested in exploring continuing education and professional development.
• Is comfortable working on a large co-teaching team, developing communication and delegation approaches.
• Is familiar with anti-bias and anti-racist curriculum, and is excited to learn more
   

Compensation and Benefits

• $22-$25 per hour, depending on certification and experience
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k with 5% contribution regardless of employee contribution 
• Partnership with SPYC/CPPI, providing coaching and connections to the Somerville Public School system.

For more information or to apply please email your resume to director@open-center.org.