<p>Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital</p> <p>Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The ELC Associate Teacher supports the lead teacher in providing nurturing, developmentally appropriate, and inclusive learning environment for young children.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</p> <p>Arrives for shift each day on time and prepared to perform classroom responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Ability to interact in all gross motor activities with the children (sitting on the floor, dancing, exercising, playing various activities outside and inside).</p> <p>Ability to change clothes and diapers according to processes outlined in orientation materials. Ability to perform CPR and First Aid when necessary. Current certification of both CPR and First Aid is filed in the department.</p> <p>Ability to observe children within a wide range of vision; respond for safety and emergency care; provide warmth, acceptance, and accurate interpretation of children's needs.</p> <p>Ability to identify developmental, emotional, and/or physical limitations; assess developmental needs; and design age- and needs-appropriate curriculum. Demonstrates good judgement in making decisions in all aspects of childcare; organizes time and deals with multiple priorities. Uses descriptive feedback when engaging with children.</p> <p>Provides documentation as required - - Child-related: daily child activity sheets, Accident Reports, Medication Forms; Personnel-related: educational certificates, health form.</p> <p>Empowers children to try new things and celebrates children's achievements without creating tension when a child is resistant.</p> <p>Provides appropriate opportunities for children to engage in stimulating play while following the classroom routines with a flexible attitude.</p> <p>Ability to properly convey written departmental policies to customers and co-workers. Within the curriculum promotes language development and problem solving; encourages children's healthy attachments and feelings of security.</p> <p>Complete required number of professional development hours per state licensing regulations (not to include CPR and/or First Aid training).</p> <p>Interpersonal Skills. Greets parents, children, extended family, and other visitors immediately and warmly.</p> <p>Acknowledges co-workers from other departments when at the center to perform duties (Housekeeping, Plant Operations, Food and Nutrition).</p> <p>Works in areas other than primary classroom without complaint (including morning and afternoon combining to meet ratios, working in other classrooms during holidays, and generally helping as needed).</p> <p>Attends each department staff meeting and participates by being involved in discussions regarding the program.</p> <p>Maintains professional relationships with staff and families by adhering to confidentiality policies at work and outside work.</p> <p>Complies with all hospital policies; local fire and health department codes; New Hampshire state Childcare Licensing Bureau Regulations; and NAEYC Accreditation standards.</p> <p>Takes initiative to complete Plant Operations/Maintenance work orders when the need is observed; exercises care in the operation and use of childcare equipment. Monitors safety of children through observations of individuals and the environment on a continuous basis.</p> <p>Thoroughly performs opening and closing procedures (including setting building alarm when appropriate, turning off appliances, and locking doors). Is familiar with and follows guidelines of the center's Security Statement - - introducing self to unfamiliar visitors; asking for photographic identification; calling Security when necessary; and being knowledgeable of hospital emergency codes (back of ID badges). Immediately reports safety and security concerns to a department supervisor.</p> <p>Experience Minimum Required- 1 to 2 years of experience</p> <p>Education Minimum Required- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field or actively matriculating toward Assoc Degree with completion within 2 yrs of hire.</p> <p>Special Skills Minimum Required- Possesses traits of creativity, nurturing, and personal warmth. - Possesses good communication skills, a willingness to work as a team with co-workers, and an acceptance of and adherence to the Ethical Conduct Code of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. -</p> <p>Licensure and/or Certifications Required- CPR and First Aid within three months of hire</p> <p>Additional Job Details (if applicable)</p> <p>Additional Job Description</p> <p>Remote Type</p> <p>Onsite</p> <p>Work Location</p> <p>789 Central Avenue</p> <p>Scheduled Weekly Hours</p> <p>40</p> <p>Employee Type</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>Work Shift</p> <p>Day (United States of America)</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.</p> <p>Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.</p>