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We are looking for new staff dedicated to our mission of providing quality programs to all members of our community. Please review the open positions below and send your cover letter and resume to the listed contact.

East End House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have any questions about these positions or East End House, please call 617-876-4444.

Assistant Teacher in Childcare Program

Position Summary:

As an Assistant Teacher in our childcare program, you will be responsible for supporting the classroom teacher with the daily operations of the classroom. You will use your knowledge of evidence-based curriculum and best practices in early childhood education to engage and play with children, create a warm and inclusive atmosphere, and facilitate learning and development. You will also collaborate with child specialists and liaisons to support children with special needs, and communicate with parents about their child’s progress.

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following competencies:

  • Knowledge of early childhood education best practices and evidence-based curriculum
  • Ability to create a warm and inclusive environment for children
  • Ability to communicate effectively with parents about their child’s progress
  • Ability to handle conflict and seek out solutions
  • Commitment to following all EEC and East End House policies at all times
  • Commitment to maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for children

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and be well-versed in EEC policies and regulations. Experience in supervising and managing staff is preferred, and EEC certification is a plus. A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred. Job training and assistance is also available for Assistant Teachers who want to eventually become Teachers.

East End House is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

Please Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Christine Del Vecchio at East End House, 105 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. Electronic submissions may be made to: christine@eastendhouse.org.

East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Accountant

Position Summary:

The East End House is seeking a seasoned Accountant. This is a full-time exempt position, with benefits, and that will work in conjunction with the CFO at East End House to ensure that basic accounting functions of the organization are being performed in the most efficient and effective way. These functions include:

Manage billing and collection process including:

  • Preparing individual billing statements for consumers and ensuring at all times, that the management of receivables is performed in compliance with the Family and East End House Tuition Agreement and Policy
  • Manage outstanding accounts receivable including updating payment status and providing detailed aging to CEO monthly
  • Work with CFO and CEO to be sure that collection rates are high

Overseeing payroll administration process including:

  • Ensuring appropriate pay rates and deductions;
  • Assisting in ensuring all necessary paperwork and documents are in place for new hires, particularly in conjunction with the processing of payroll
  • Assist in tracking any new requirements and regulations regarding payroll or benefit administration to ensure East End House is in compliance with new regulations and/or relevant best practices (i.e., new minimum wage requirements, etc.); also ensure that any new requirements are implemented in a planful, timely, efficient and effective way
  • Support CFO in processing of payroll
  • Supporting CFO in the payables and disbursement process including managing accounts payable aging
  • Generating financial reports from QuickBooks Online (QBO) and support the monthly close by performing monthly account reconciliations of specified accounts such as bank and credit card
  • Work with the CFO to support agency’s annual audit
  • Assists with general agency functions and logistics planning
  • Maintain a pleasant work environment
  • Perform other functions as needed
  • Oversee facility and grounds, parking lot, repair and maintenance related functions and interface with respective vendors, including pest management, professional cleaning company, electricians, and other facility management related issues and vendor

Qualifications:

  • Strong hands-on accounting knowledge and skills a must
  • A minimum of five years of work experience in comparable roles
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or comparable field preferred
  • Professionalism and excellent people skills; customer service focused
  • Excellent verbal/written communications skill
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail required
  • Demonstrated skill working with financial information and maintaining records
  • Requires a high level of proficiency in QuickBooks/QuickBooks Online, Excel and Word
  • Highly proactive and action-oriented
  • Demonstrated ability to follow through on tasks assigned
  • Superior organizational skills
  • Good interpersonal skills and works very well in a team
  • Desire for professional growth and to accept increasing responsibilities
  • A Criminal Offenders Records Information and Sexual Offenders Records Information request must be completed

East End House is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

Please Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Michael Delia at East End House, 105 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. Electronic submissions may be made to: michael@eastendhouse.org.

East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Community Programs Operations Manager

Position Summary:

The Community Programs Operations Manager (Manager”) supports the daily operations of the Community Programs Department’s direct service initiatives, ensuring programs run efficiently, equitably, and with high impact. This position supervises and coordinates volunteers and ensures that program participants receive high-quality services. Reporting to the Senior Director of Community Programs, the Manager plays a key role in translating strategic priorities into operational success.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Management & Direct Service Coordination

  • Support planning and execution of day-to-day operations of the following programs:
    • Community Food Program (pantry, delivery, family & senior grocery programs)
    • Senior Activities & Events
    • Infant Necessities Program
    • Annual Resource Assistance Events
  • Maintain systems for participant intake, data tracking, and program evaluation.
  • Execute compliance with program regulations, health/safety standards, and internal policies.

Volunteer Coordination & Support

  • Coordinate volunteer shifts and supervise volunteer support for daily program needs.
  • Work closely with the Senior Director to implement volunteer training and orientation programs.
  • Ensure volunteers are supported, recognized, and integrated into program delivery.

Community Engagement & Participant Support

  • Serve as the on-the-ground point of contact for participants, partners, and community members for operational matters.
  • Build positive relationships with program participants, ensuring services are responsive to their needs.
  • Address operational challenges in real time to maintain program quality.

Resource & Logistics Management

  • Manage procurement, inventory, and distribution systems for food, infant necessities, senior activities, volunteers, and event materials.
  • Support vendor relationships and coordinate with facilities staff to ensure smooth operations.
  • Ensure all equipment, supplies, and spaces used by programs are well-maintained.

Development

  • Provide regular supervision, coaching, and support to program volunteers.
  • Lead onboarding and training for new volunteers within direct service roles.
  • Coordinate with the Senior Director on staffing needs and performance management.

Administrative & Reporting

  • Prepare reports on program participation, outcomes, and operational needs for the Senior Director.
  • Support grant reporting by providing accurate program data and impact stories.
  • Maintain updated documentation and operational protocols.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate should meet the following:

  • Skilled and passionate about the East End House mission and Theory of Change.
  • Excellent problem-solver who can flexibly balance multiple tasks and responsibilities with superb organizational skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field or 2-3 years of relevant experience required.
  • Skilled technology user, with database management experience preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal & team-building skills.
  • Handles stress and manages conflicts well.
  • Excellent organizational, management, and interpersonal skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills and team building skills.
  • Must be able to utilize planning time effectively.
  • Must be a positive ambassador for East End House in the community.
  • Must attend all required staff meetings and trainings.
  • Must adhere to the East End House policies and procedures.

Benefits:

East End House offers generous benefits in addition to competitive pay. Full time employees (working between 30-40 hours/week) are eligible for health and dental insurance, a retirement account with matching contributions, life and disability insurance, professional development allowance, vacation and sick paid time off, subsidized childcare, and more.

East End House is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

Please Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email: Ryan Montbleau (Senior Director of Community Programs)  at ryan@eastendhouse.org or by calling East End House at 617-876-4444.

East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Director of Early Education

Position Summary:

Our Early Education program is one of the ways Cambridge families count on East End House most, and we’re looking for an experienced leader to direct it.

As Director of Early Education, you’ll lead a team of dedicated educators, set the standard for quality in our classrooms, and own the program from staffing and curriculum to EEC licensing, compliance, and family partnerships. You’ll report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and work alongside our senior leadership team, with the authority to build, improve, and grow the program over time.

This role is for someone who knows early childhood education deeply, leads people well, and wants their work to show up in the daily lives of real children and families. Full-time, exempt, with a full benefits package.

  • Assist with recruiting and hiring the best early childhood educators possible
  • Continue ongoing work to achieve NAEYC recognition and accreditation.
  • Ensure East End House’s early childhood program aligns with MA EEC’s Continuous Quality Improvement Framework
  • Create, maintain, and measure program activities and staff against high-quality program standards
  • Track and support the developmental progress of all children
  • Ensure our program is a welcoming and inclusive space for all families, children, and staff members.

Duties and Responsibilities: Oversees Early Childhood Programs implementation and success (70%)

  • Ensure that our Early Education program is a warm, welcoming, and inclusive space for all children, staff, and families.
  • Provide classroom support as needed, including covering classrooms for ratios, supporting classroom management, and modeling de-escalation techniques.
  • Manage supervisory responsibilities, including personnel recordkeeping, classroom observations, disciplinary actions, payroll, and administrative reporting.
  • Lead, coach, and evaluate staff performance. Ensure the team is adequately trained, with opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Facilitate and manage the enrollment process, tours, waitlist, paperwork, tuition, and billing.
  • Coordinate assistance for children receiving outside professional services for their development while at the Center.
  • Conduct parent/caregiver meetings to discuss developmental or behavioral concerns.
  • Ensure adequate developmental assessments of all children.
  • Lead the NAEYC accreditation process and ongoing compliance with NAEYC and EEC requirements.
  • Develop and implement evaluation, data collection, performance management, and quality improvement systems for early childhood programs, complying with all relevant state, city, and grant requirements.
  • Collaborate with evaluation consultants for program evaluation and quality improvement plans.
  • Oversee the implementation, compliance, and maintenance of high-quality standards for Early Childhood Programs, including Massachusetts Early Education and Care (EEC) and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Child and Adult Care Food Program regulations, as well as other relevant accreditation bodies.

Community Development and Assistance (15%)

  • Conduct high-quality parenting workshops and seminars based on the Five Protective Factors and Theory of Change frameworks.
  • Engage in targeted community outreach and needs assessment for alignment with East End House’s programs and services.
  • Identify opportunities to leverage cross-program strengths for new initiatives and partnerships.
  • Ensure programs meet grant administrative requirements and submit required reports on time.
  • Conduct research for program and organizational growth opportunities.

Organizational and Professional Development (15%)

  • Stay updated on professional knowledge through industry seminars and conferences.
  • Participate in the recruitment and hiring of talented staff for the Early Education program.
  • Participate in the East End House Leadership Teams.
  • Serve as a visible spokesperson and advocate for East End House’s mission and programs.
  • Exhibit excellent interpersonal relationships across all levels of the organization and externally.
  • Actively participate in special projects, grant writing, strategic planning, and implementation of new initiatives.

Requirements

  • Skilled, passionate, and aligned with East End House’s mission.
  • Two years of experience as a Director in an Early Education program.
  • Excellent problem-solver who can flexibly balance multiple tasks and responsibilities.
  • Strong organizational skills, with an ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Experience with data analysis, reporting, and using data to guide decision-making.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care Director II qualified required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Skilled technology user.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including staying late one evening a month for an all-agency meeting or family engagement events.

East End House is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

Please Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Michael Delia at East End House, 105 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. Electronic submissions may be made to: michael@eastendhouse.org.

East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Family Playgroup Assistant

About the playgroup:

Our playgroup is a drop-in program for families in the area with children from infancy through preschool age. It runs biweekly and is designed to be a welcoming, playful space where caregivers and their little ones can come together to play and connect. Each session is facilitated by a member of our East End House team.

Goals of the program

The playgroup serves a few key purposes:

  1. It provides a supportive, enriching environment where young children can engage in play with other children while caregivers have the chance to connect with one another.
  2. It’s an important way for us to increase the visibility of East End House’s early education program and, hopefully, recruit new families to our broader programming.

Weekly responsibilities may include:

  • Co-facilitation
  • Engage warmly with adults
  • Serve as a positive ambassador
  • Support play between children

East End House is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

Contact us to learn more:

Ryan Montbleau: ryan@eastendhouse.org
Call us at 617-876-4444
105 Spring Street, Cambridge MA, 02141

East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Marketing and Development Coordinator

Position Summary:

The Marketing and Development Coordinator will be an integral part of the marketing and fundraising functions at East End House. This is a full-time position under the immediate supervision of the President and CEO and will work closely with all East End House Program Directors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Fund Raising and Development

  • Assist the President and CEO in developing a comprehensive development plan to achieve annual fundraising goals.
  • Write and prospect grants; manage all grant deadlines and track outcomes.
  • Responsible for working closely with program Directors to review services to obtain information for reporting, comply with donor expectations and be aware of programmatic needs for funding.
  • Prepare and send donor acknowledgments.
  • Manage in-kind donations and issuing receipts.
  • Help prospect and research grant opportunities.
  • Coordinate mail campaigns.

Marketing and Public Relations:

  • Assist in updating and managing East End House’s website and social media sites.
  • Assist with preparing marketing and collateral materials.
  • Write and publish e-newsletters.
  • Help develop a short-term and long-term strategy and plan for marketing and public relations.
  • Take a leading role in planning and executing East End House’s annual fundraiser Cooking for a Cause.

Qualifications:

  • Skilled and passionate about the East End House mission and Theory of Change.
  • Excellent problem-solver who can flexibly balance multiple tasks and responsibilities with superb organizational skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent grant writing skills and event management experience.
    Skilled technology user, with database management experience preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal & team-building skill.
  • Must be enthusiastic about working with and enriching the lives of children and youth.
  • Must be an excellent problem-solver who can balance multiple tasks and responsibilities in a fast paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • The salary for this position is $50,000
  • East End House offers generous benefits in addition to competitive pay. Full time employees (working between 30-40 hours/week) are eligible for health and dental insurance, a retirement account with matching contributions, life and disability insurance, professional development allowance, vacation and sick paid time off, subsidized childcare, and more.
  • East End House is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.
  • Cambridge residents are strongly encouraged to apply. Lived experience and understanding of diverse communities are highly valued in a candidate and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t fit all the listed requirements.

East End House is an equal opportunity employer. We are strongly committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

Please Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Michael J. Delia, ACSW, CFRE, President and Chief Executive Officer, East End House, Inc., 105 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. Electronic submissions may be made to: michael@eastendhouse.org.

East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Reports to: Senior Director of Early Education

East End House (EEH) is a long-standing community center in the heart of East Cambridge. EEH has been serving its’ community for 150 years. East End House is looking for an experienced and passionate educator to join our team and support our mission for high-quality early education.

Position Overview:

The Lead Preschool Teacher is primarily responsible for ensuring excellence in classroom quality and curriculum implementation. The role involves working closely with classroom educators, focusing on curriculum development, classroom management and adherence to NAEYC and EEC standards.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Development and Implementation:

  • Implement Creative Curriculum, ensuring alignment with NAEYC and EEC standards
  • Regularly assess with Teaching Strategies Gold and adjust the curriculum to incorporate innovative teaching methods and best practices
  • Work collaboratively with the other teachers in the classroom to create a system where all teachers in the classroom implement activities and complete assessments
  • Uses Ages and Stages tool to screen children, ensure activities are developmentally appropriate, and refer children for services if needed

Classroom Quality and Management:

  • Directly oversee classroom activities, ensuring they adhere to NAEYC and EEC quality standards
  • Work collaboratively with other teachers in the classroom to ensure high-quality education reflective of their developmental needs and interests
  • Provide hands-on support to educators for classroom management and teaching strategies
  • Conduct regular classroom assessments and provide feedback for continuous improvement
  • Ensure that EEC licensing and regulatory requirements are maintained at all times

Preschool Program Specifics:

  • Ensure strict compliance with all program requirements, focusing on classroom-level implementation
  • Coordinate with the Senior Director to align program goals with broader organizational objectives
  • Facilitate communication between educators and the Senior Director regarding program updates and changes

Educator Support and Development:

  • Mentor educators, focusing on enhancing classroom practices
  • Assist Senior Director with observations

Parent and Community Engagement:

  • Engage parents and caregivers and build strong relationships with caregivers
  • Collaborate with community partners to support classroom initiatives
  • Complete parent conferences with classroom families

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
  • Experience as a Lead teacher in a preschool program
  • Strong understanding of NAEYC and EEC standards
  • Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills

Compensation: $26.00-$29.50 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, substantial professional development opportunities, and additional employee benefits.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to:

Christine Del Vecchio, Chief Operating Officer
East End House, Inc.
105 Spring Street
Cambridge, MA 02141

Electronic submissions may be made to: christine@eastendhouse.org.

East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

School Age Program Group Leader

Position Summary:

East End House’s School Are Program is nationally accredited, highly awarded, and seeks to be a leader in the field at all times. The after school program includes homework help, sports, extracurricular activities, literacy programming, and project-based learning in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The corresponding Summer Program runs 10 hours per day for 10 weeks.

The Group Leader will support all functions of the School Age Program with a willingness to be flexible and have a “do whatever it takes” attitude. In addition to the primary responsibilities of enrichment programming/curriculum development and implementation, the Group Leader will carry out administrative tasks necessary for the ongoing development of the program.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Establish and foster positive relationships with program participants and their parents/guardians.
  • Write curricula and teach/support daily programming, with a focus on developing well-rounded, engaging workshops and activities that include youth input, academic support, STEM activities, artistic expression and service learning opportunities.
  • Lead and/or support daily enrichment programming and weekly field trips.
  • Work collaboratively with an assistant group leader.
    Engage in effective behavior management practices.

The position is part time at 20-30 hours per week.

    Qualifications:

    To be qualified as a group leader, you must meet one of the following:

    • Have a bachelor’s or associate degree and have three months of experience working with school-age children.
    • Have a high school diploma or equivalent and six months of experience working with school-age children including three months of supervised experience at a school-age childcare program.
    • Have nine months of experience with school-age children including three months of supervised experience at a school-age childcare program.

    Additional Qualifications:

    • Certification in CPR/First Aid is required within the first six months of employment.
    • Have passion and commitment to working with and uplifting the voices of the young people we serve.
    • Candidates need to be innovative, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and committed to youth development and school success.

    East End House is an equal opportunity employer. We are strongly committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

    Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

    Christine Del Vecchio at East End House, 105 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. Electronic submissions may be made to: christine@eastendhouse.org.

    East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

    School Age Program Assistant Group Leader

    Position Summary:

    East End House’s School Are Program is nationally accredited, highly awarded, and seeks to be a leader in the field at all times. The after school program includes homework help, sports, extracurricular activities, literacy programming, and project-based learning in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The corresponding Summer Program runs 10 hours per day for 10 weeks.

    The Assistant Group Leader will support all functions of the School Age Program with a willingness to be flexible and have a “do whatever it takes” attitude. In addition to the primary responsibilities of enrichment programming/curriculum development and implementation, the Assistant Group Leader will carry out administrative tasks necessary for the ongoing development of the program.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Establish and foster positive relationships with program participants and their parents/guardians.
    • Write curricula and teach/support daily programming, with a focus on developing a well-rounded, engaging workshops and activities that include youth input, academic support, STEM activities, artistic expression and service learning opportunities.
    • Lead and/or support daily enrichment programming and weekly field trips.
    • Work collaboratively with group leader.
    • Engage in effective behavior management practices.

    The position is part time at 20-30 hours per week.

    Qualifications:

    To be qualified as a group leader, you must meet one of the following:

    • Have a bachelor’s or associate degree and have three months of experience working with school-age children.
    • Have a high school diploma or equivalent and six months of experience working with school-age children including three months of supervised experience at a school-age childcare program.
    • Have nine months of experience with school-age children including three months of supervised experience at a school-age childcare program.

    Additional Qualifications:

    • Certification in CPR/First Aid is required within the first six months of employment.
    • Have passion and commitment to working with and uplifting the voices of the young people we serve.
    • Candidates need to be innovative, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and committed to youth development and school success.

    East End House is an equal opportunity employer. We are strongly committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

    Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

    Christine Del Vecchio at East End House, 105 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. Electronic submissions may be made to: christine@eastendhouse.org.

    East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

    East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

    Toddler and Preschool Classroom Teachers/Lead Teachers

    Position Summary:

    A Teacher/Lead Teacher is responsible for supporting the classroom manager and/or Senior Lead Teacher with the daily operations of the classroom.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Manage and coordinate all aspects of the classroom; including daily schedule, program, curriculum, activities, meals, hand washing, and bathroom needs.

    • Lead and supervise classroom staff in creating and maintaining a safe, positive learning environment with the goal of each child reaching his or her highest potential.
      Develop, lead, and manage programming, activities, projects, and interactions that facilitate curriculum goals.

    • Use the assessment tools to chart progress and develop individualized lesson plans that facilitate growth in each core area.

    • Work with liaisons and child specialists to support children with special needs; including classroom adaptations, attending meetings, recording and assessing progress, and regular communication with parents and providers.

    • Responsible for inputting Efforts to Outcomes data for the agency.

    • Ensure that children have updated progress reports.

    • Ensure that classroom staff members, policies, procedures, and practices are adhering to all EEC, NAEYC, and Bureau of Nutrition regulations.

    • Responsible for managing and/or recording: Teacher-Child Ratios, Attendance, Bureau of Nutrition

    • Attendance, Injury/Incident Reports, Diapering, and Bathroom Procedures, Medication Log/Consents, Sick Policy.

    • Help coordinate staffing and manage coverage in classrooms at all times.

    • Ensure that all teachers interact in a positive, appropriate, and professional way with families, coworkers, and the community.

    • Help facilitate parent conferences to communicate assessments, goals, and learning plans for each child.

    • Promote and facilitate parent engagement; volunteer opportunities, family nights, potlucks, and graduation.

    • Evaluate the effectiveness of classroom design and quality of classroom materials.

    • Responsible for organization, cleanliness, and communicating maintenance needs of the classroom.

    • Participation in agency-wide meetings, events, planning days, and professional development.

    • Promote professionalism and healthy communication among staff.

    • Handle conflict as it arises and seek out solutions.

    • Follow guidelines and expectations as outlined in Personnel Policy

    Qualifications:

    • Candidates must demonstrate a passion for working with children, be well-versed in EEC policies and regulations, have experience in supervising and managing staff and have experience using evidence-based curricula. It is preferred that candidates have or are working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and be EEC certified.

    East End House is an equal opportunity employer. We are strongly committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist community.

    Please Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

    Christine Del Vecchio at East End House, 105 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. Electronic submissions may be made to: christine@eastendhouse.org.

    East End House provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East End House complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.