Infant/Toddler Teacher - West Roxbury
Company: YMCA of Greater Boston
Location: West Roxbury
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description Job Title: Certified
Infant/Toddler Teacher Location: Parkway YMCA (West Roxbury) Pay
Rate: $21 - $31 per hour, commensurate with experience
Infant/Toddler Teacher Description: Come join our talented team of
Early Education Teachers at the YMCA of Greater Boston! We are
seeking professional and engaging teachers for our Child
Development Programs across the City and Suburban neighborhoods of
Boston. The YMCA of Greater Boston provides excellent
family-centered infant, toddler, preschool, and after school care.
We are looking for EEC (Early Education and Care) certified
teachers to enrich the lives of the children we serve. Key
Responsibilities Infant/Toddler Teacher Responsibilities: Keep the
safety of children as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety
and emotional well-being with the children, families, and other
staff. Plans and implements age-appropriate curriculum that fosters
children’s development. Provides differentiated instruction to meet
the individual needs of children in the classroom. Conduct child
assessments and provides feedback and recommendations to parents
and caregivers. Lead by example, help interpret the YMCA character
values of children, staff, and families. Are positive healthy role
models. Uses positive and constructive methods of behavior
management and ensures that all staff do the same. Supervise
children to ensure safety and appropriate behavior and guide
transitions smoothly. Collaborate with the co-teacher in the design
of the classroom space. Responsible for making sure that materials
are ready for use and put away at the end of the day. Skills,
Knowledge and Expertise Infant/Toddler Teacher Requirements: You
are detail oriented. You possess and utilize excellent
organizational skills. You follow all regulations to make sure that
children are happy, safe, and healthy. You are mission driven. You
are committed to carrying out the mission and goals of the YMCA.
You are a people person. You have good human relations skills to
facilitate positive relationships with community agencies, staff,
families, and program participants. You love working with kids. You
enjoy creating amazing educational experiences to help them learn
and grow. You are at least 21 years old and meet the requirements
for the Department of Early Education and Care. You must have a
certification from EEC. You will become First Aid and CPR certified
within the first six months of employment. You will obtain Child
Abuse Prevention Training within the first 60 days of employment,
Bloodborne Pathogen Training, and Sexual Harassment Training within
the first 60 days of employment. Benefits Infant/Toddler Teacher
Benefits: Why work at the Y? The YMCA of Greater Boston is an
incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time
employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our
communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us
in your career here, you can look forward to: Developing your
leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working
environment Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn
new skills and functions Shaping the future of young children while
making a difference each day for our communities and each other
Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside
those who have the same passion. A healthy work/life balance.
Comprehensive benefits including: Quarterly Professional
Development. FREE YMCA Membership for you. Discount on Specialty
Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons. Discounted or
FREE family membership. Robust Retirement Plan up to 8%. Health,
Dental, and Vision Benefit Package. Vacation and Sick Time (for
both Full and PT staff!)
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