Suncook-Associate Teacher

Summary

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire is a dynamic organization that currently supports 200 staff working in 30 Early Childhood and Out of School Time programs across a large geographic footprint. If you are motivated to make a difference in the lives of children and have the skills and dedication to join our team, we invite you to apply ASAP.

If you're looking for fulfilling, meaningful work and the chance to make a positive impact on children as a capable and caring mentor, look no further. We are excited to offer a full‑time position at the Suncook Early Learning Center.

The Associate Teacher position upholds and implements the BGCCNNH mission, supports children and teachers, and ensures the health and safety of all children. Key responsibilities include engaging with children, assisting with cleaning and organizing the classroom, and documenting child observations.

• Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
• Responds sensitively to individual children's needs, interacts positively, encourages exploration, and uses positive child guidance strategies.
• Provides guidance and role modeling by planning and outlining curriculum to meet individual needs, incorporating elements of an emergent curriculum.
• Establishes and maintains program goals to ensure the health and safety of all members.
• Evaluates Club programs continually, tracking outcome metrics and verifying that activities respond to member needs and address gender and cultural diversity.
• Uses child observation notes as a tool for curriculum planning, keeping accurate and up‑to‑date records.
• Maintains accurate counts of members in their assigned group by name and face.
• Oversees implementation of NAEYC standards, GSQ (when applicable), Culture DNA code, and BGCCNNH and CCLU rules and policies regarding safety, compliance, and best practices.
• Dispenses medications according to company policy, administers first aid as needed, and communicates all occurrences to families.
• Assists in cleaning, organizing, and maintaining classroom well‑being and upkeep.

• Oversees proper record‑keeping and weekly reporting, including activities and events conducted in the membership/finance system, and provides data for input to a Center Director or other applicable staff.
• Facilitates open and effective, professional verbal and written communication with families, staff, and children.
• Supervises classroom staff, students, and volunteers, providing regular feedback about job performance.
• Supports volunteers, practicum students, and staff through modeling techniques and strategies that connect theory to practice.
• May lead planning meetings with the teaching team.
• May increase the visibility of Club programs via daily schedule postings, announcements of upcoming events through different social media channels, family emails, etc.
• Handles other duties as assigned.

• Must be an associate teacher qualified before November 6, 2017, with at least 9 credits in related coursework or 1000 hours of supervised child‑care experience in a licensed child‑care program, and knowledge of child growth and development obtained through specified education or training pathways.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of current methods, principles, and techniques of teaching.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and application.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs; proven track record of creative and artistic teaching strategies.
• Ability to form developmentally appropriate relationships with children and promote positive behavior.
• Ability to motivate members and manage behavior problems with patience.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to communicate with staff, families, and community members using a variety of methods.
• Willingness to maintain the Club dress code appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Willingness to adapt to different learning styles.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications per Bureau of Childcare licensing requirements.
• May be required to drive the Club…