Open Positions
- Sound knowledge of child development and of the learning activities appropriate for the 0-5 years age groups
- Working knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach, emergent curriculum, negotiated curriculum and/or project approach
- Skills necessary to engage in classroom management, curricular planning and parent communication
- The person must demonstrate and support a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion
- The person must possess the ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members
- Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism
- Planning, organizing, scheduling, assigning and reviewing the work of others
- Selecting, training, instructing, appraising, counseling and motivating assigned staff
- Maintaining records and preparing reports and correspondence including required regulatory reports and records
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, and web-based software)
- Communicating; both verbal and written communication, as well as presenting information to groups
- Customer service to include responsiveness, providing a friendly approach, and problem solving
- Time management to include ensuring deadlines are met or completed ahead of commitment
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
- Managing and implementing the departments’ programming and special projects
- Assisting in the preparation of plans and design changes for programming
- Exercising sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines
- Ability to work as a self-directed individual contributor, supervisor, and team member
- This person must successfully pass a CORI/SORI check as contingency of employment
- Two-year college degree or equivalent
- One year of job-related experience
- Must have MA EEC Teacher certification
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Education or related field
- Minimum three years experience teaching
- Knowledgeable about progressive education, social constructivism, and/or Reggio Emilia philosophy
- Preferred experience teaching in a Reggio school, or inspired by the philosophy, in previous roles.
- Able to teach multiple grades/ages in the same classroom, with skills in differentiating curriculum and instruction for varied abilities and ages
- Passionate about brain science and ‘whole-child’ development
- Experience with curriculum development and designing, socratic method, and project work
- Able to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, young school environment
- Committed to reflection and life-long learning
- Curious about improving teaching practices through discovery and co-researching with children
- Capable of taking initiative, experimentation, and flexibility
- High-quality, professional, and effective written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledgeable and able to put into practice the Environment as the 3rd teacher.
- Make learning visible in the classroom through documenting the work of the students.
- Hold in high regard and respect for an open and transparent parent/guardian-teacher relationship and communication with comfort in showcasing all areas of curriculum, language, and materials used with children to their families.
- Ability to write narrative reports in any given subject matter to communicate student performance to parents/guardians.
- Participate in parent communication which may include, but is not limited to daily or weekly snapshots, portfolios, progress reports, emailing, and messaging
- Open-minded and willingness to give/receive open communication about teaching intentions, reflections, necessary shifts, looking at challenges, and celebrating the work well done.
- Must have a love for animals, the great outdoors in all weather conditions, and getting your hands dirty.
- Be consciously aware of choice of materials for the classroom (limited to no plastic, non-toxic materials & cleaning supplies, no fragrances.
- Appreciation of whole foods and quality nutrition and striving for a no waste school lunch with composting and farm to table family style lunches.
- Able to self critique and not take personally suggestions to shift gears or change thinking patterns
- Work collaboratively with co-teachers, mentors, Co-Heads of School, parents, volunteers, and the community
- Work dynamically with students in varied-structured small groups and collaborate with co-teachers in sharing teaching responsibilities fairly
- Intentional use of light and arrangement of furniture to subtly direct students’ learning and attention.
- Set up the classroom in a welcoming and aesthetically pleasing manner, ready to receive the children each morning.
- Design classroom space based on use of calming tones and color pallets, using natural materials and/or student work to fill the space, as well as making materials available to students and organized in baskets and glass containers.
- Understand the negative effects on behavior and focus from brightly colored, overly decorated, and overstimulating environments from prefabricated traditional classroom materials
- Keep a safe classroom environment at all times including ensuring that materials are age appropriate and in good working condition, as well as ensuring that students are behaving appropriately both inside and outside.
- Use the school’s curriculum, but predominantly use observations of the students’ interests to guide learning and teach subjects at multiple levels making accommodations as needed for individuals.
- Communicate with co-teachers, support teachers, and volunteers to ensure that each person entering the classroom is on the same page regarding curriculum and classroom/student goals.
- Communicate with parents regarding the progress their children are making as well as to identify areas of growth when necessary.
- Create a child-centered learning environment by continual observations of students and checking in with them verbally.
- Prepare open-ended lesson plans, provocations, and investigations for the students to take part in.
- Participate in on-going training and professional development as determined by the Co-Heads of School.
- Mentor others, including staff/peers, parents, paraprofessionals, volunteers, etc. in our practices and approach to education as required.
- Attend weekly faculty and team meetings and make meaningful contributions to them.
- Supervise recess and lunch.
- Be present and attend school-wide events, such as open houses, potlucks, picnics, fundraisers, conferences, workshops, luncheons, etc.
- Massachusetts EEC Preschool and Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certification or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) in education, child development, or related field
- At least 3 years of early childhood teaching experience, including some infant/toddler experience
- Proficiency in implementing inquiry-based curricula, with a focus on observation, reflection, and documentation
- Dedication to anti-bias and anti-racist curriculum and commitment to teaching for social justice
- Experience supporting students with special rights and engaging with Early Intervention practitioners
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
- Excellent communication skills
- Interest and/or experience in parent education or parent coaching
- Massachusetts EEC Preschool or Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certification (both preferred) or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) in education, child development, or related field
- At least 3 years of early childhood teaching experience
- Proficiency in implementing inquiry-based curricula, with a focus on observation, reflection, and documentation
- Dedication to anti-bias and anti-racist curriculum and commitment to teaching for social justice
- Experience supporting students with special rights
- Previous involvement in a cooperative preschool and/or navigating home-school partnerships
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
- Excellent communication skills
- Interest and/or experience in teacher mentorship
The Center for Early Childhood Education at Fort Hill is looking for a Studio Visual Arts Supervising Teacher. Come join a team of passionate educators that are dedicated to supporting the growth and development of young children through use of the world renowned Reggio Emilia approach, centered around the philosophy that each child’s learning experience is unique and emphasizing the importance of the arts, curiosity, and inquiry-based exploration. Each child who comes through the CECE joins a community of children, families and teachers engaged in the joy, work and wonder of childhood.
Ideal candidates will have a background in both visual arts education and early childhood education, as our Visual Arts Studio Supervising Teacher supervises the visual arts studio in the morning and steps into a classroom teaching role in the afternoon. Our Visual Arts Studio Supervising Teacher is a pedagogical and creative leader in our program, modeling Reggio-inspired curriculum development and documentation. By joining this team of dynamic educators, you will have the opportunity to share in the mission of providing exemplary early education and care for young children; to offer a laboratory for research and fieldwork for college students and faculty; and to support the child care needs of families.
The Center’s warm and welcoming facility, completed in August 2005, is located on Lyman Road, about a half-mile from the center of Northampton, Massachusetts.
Job Summary
Plan, develop, and evaluate a comprehensive early childhood program in the visual arts studio, coordinate the studio space, and develop and implement a studio curriculum that is integrated with the preschool classrooms. Supervise the afternoon program. Assume a leadership role in communicating and implementing the philosophy, vision, and core values of the school; supervise and organize school-wide initiatives related to curriculum and environments, family events, community outreach, and partnerships with departments on campus. Build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues at the College and in the community, CECE team members, families, and children. Develop and maintain the visual arts studio environment, assess children’s development, and create curriculum within the context of the Reggio Emilia-inspired philosophy of the program. Build partnerships with families and colleagues to develop a model early childhood program based on best practice and current knowledge. Understand and implement CECE policies and principles; pursue ongoing professional development; and support the work of students and faculty at the Center.
Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Essential Functions
Supervising and Teaching Children (75%):
- Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for the visual arts studio and the afternoon program that aligns with the Reggio Emilia- and RIE-inspired philosophy of the program, is based on current research and knowledge of child development and early education and care, and adheres to Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations. Responsible for supervising children, knowing individual children’s needs, ensuring the health and safety of children, and promoting the cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of children.
- Maintain a positive, respectful environment for children and adults and support children’s investigations and explorations in a team-based environment. Maintain ongoing written observations and assessments of children and their development.
- Supervise, train, and support teachers, summer assistants, and student workers; facilitate student and faculty research projects and course-related experiences; may assume duties of director or assistant director in case of absence.
Recordkeeping, Collaboration, and Communication (20%):
- Provide leadership at all meetings to support a high-quality education and care program for children from infancy through preschool and develop collaborative relationships with families and colleagues in the CECE.
- Manage team meetings of afternoon teachers (i.e., assume role of chairperson, develop agenda, publish minutes, and ensure follow-up with the classroom teachers and studio teachers) that focus on individual children’s needs and development, curriculum planning and evaluation, family involvement, collaboration across levels and classrooms, resources, policies and procedures, etc. Interact with families on an informal and formal basis concerning their child’s development and daily school experience.
- Maintain written records of curriculum and children’s development; document children’s learning and experiences; publish regular written reports and portfolios on children’s development; publish weekly electronic communication in the form of documentation and blogs; manage the studio budget; and, participate and plan classroom and school-wide events and join school-wide committees, some of which may involve weekends and evenings; collaborate with supervising teachers to coordinate classroom and studio experiences; develop collaborative relationships with families and colleagues in the CECE and community; meet with visitors and prospective families to discuss the studio program; and, collaborate with assistant director and level coordinators to coordinate all-school and studio events and projects (e.g., WOYC, Welcome Picnic, PTO participation, big common monitor display, websites, bulletin board displays, documentation of schoolwide unifying idea, etc.)
- Maintenance of Classroom Environment and Common Building Spaces (5%):
- All staff members share responsibility for preparing and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, organization and aesthetics in the environment. This may include cleaning surfaces, inventory and stocking materials, preparing food, laundering, preparing napping or playground areas, creating displays, organizing materials, setting up activities or areas, etc. Primary responsibility for maintaining the visual arts studio classroom environment; collaborate with other teachers to maintain afternoon classroom environments. Create and maintain a classroom environment that reflects the philosophy of the school and provides members of the community with an engaging, supportive, and safe space.
- Back up other staff needs as necessary. Perform related duties as required.
All employees are expected to participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses):
- Background Record check, including fingerprinting; bachelor’s degree; two years teaching experience preferred, or equivalent combination.
- Coursework and/or experience in early childhood program or related field and in visual arts studio discipline; experience with the Reggio Emilia approach and arts education with young children.
- Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care teacher certification or eligibility required; DEEC lead teacher certification preferred, or take required coursework to obtain lead teacher certification within two years of employment; obtain appropriate first aid and CPR within first two months of employment.
- Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Massachusetts Preschool Teacher License preferred; not required.
Skills:
- Commitment to supporting an environment of trusting relationships, enjoyment and learning for children and staff in a laboratory early childhood education and care program; operate with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality; collaborate with team members to assess complex and sensitive child, family, staff and programmatic issues, identify and implement solutions.
- Commitment to upholding the Reggio Emilia-inspired vision and principles for the school, and serve as a leader with colleagues, classrooms, and families in communicating about and implementing a Reggio-inspired curriculum. Experience with and demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education principles and practice.
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting family and staff diversity.
- Nurturing, patient, appreciative of children’s capacities, flexible and adaptive to changing situations, value observation, risk-taking and reflection; clerical and organizational skills, appreciative of the importance of environment in children’s programs, responsive to and appreciative of individual temperaments, knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice.
- Interact in collegial and professional manner with families, children, and staff. Maintain high levels of communication, literacy, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with electronic communication, e.g., Power Point, Word, Word Press, Gmail, Google Docs, etc.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 10lbs., frequently lift and carry up to 25 lbs., and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs., communicate with children at eye-level, climb stairs, push a stroller with up to 6 toddlers and supervise children on walking trips.
- Ability to supervise and interact with children outdoors for extended periods of time in varied weather conditions.

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COME JOIN THE NEWTOWNE SCHOOL FACULTY AND ADVANCE YOUR CAREER IN THE EARLY EDUCATION FIELD!
Newtowne School Teaching Fellows will spend two years as part of the Newtowne community and leave with a Master’s Degree and a Lead Teaching qualification from the department of Early Education and Care in Massachusetts. Above all, Fellows will develop a repertoire of innovative practices that deeply honor childhood and meaningfully contribute to advancing social justice. Teaching Fellows will be offered:- Funded M.A. degree
- Applied experience in classrooms
- Living stipend for part time-work*
- Benefit package with medical/dental/vision contributions, and flexible spending accounts for health, transit, & dependent care
- School vacation breaks (including gaps between school year and summer programs) and a bank of paid flexible time off
- Dedicated mentorship from experienced, Reggio-inspired practitioners
- Professional development and networking opportunities in early childhood professional groups *Note: Fellows are expected to commit to working at Newtowne for the duration of the two-year fellowship (including two summers) and to complete their program of graduate study within two years.
- B.A. degree in any field
- EEC preschool or infant/toddler teacher certification (or qualified to apply for EEC certification)
- Commitment to anti-bias and anti-racist education
- Commitment to supporting students with special rights using strengths-based, trauma-informed approaches
- Interest in Reggio Emilia-inspired and other progressive teaching practices
- Interest in cooperative models of education and home-school partnerships
Job Posting
NOTE: This fee structure will begin in September 2019.
BARIN offers the service of posting Reggio-inspired jobs for individuals and schools.* This service includes displaying jobs on our website and social media pages. As we offer an ever growing menu of professional development for the community, BARIN’s Job Posting fees seek to cover our operating expenses and maintain our sustainability as an organization. With the goal of our services remaining accessible and open to all, please reach out if costs are prohibitive.
Our fee structure for Job Posting is as follows:
Fee | Service |
$25 | Individual job posting or single event promotion |
$100 | Unlimited job postings and event promotion for a year. (This yearly fee covers from September through August.) |
$250 | Unlimited job and event posting for a year, listing on website as a supporter, and a $150 donation to support individuals or organizations that are financially unable to participate in BARIN’s offerings (including scholarships to attend BARIN’s professional development events) |
*BARIN reserves the right to determine if a post if suitable for our community.
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