Available Opportunities

  • #0201 -  Infant and Toddler Teachers

    Immediate Infant and Toddler Teacher openings (2 positions) in our West Roxbury Childcare Center. We are looking for a creative, nurturing, fun-loving, and professional EEC certified Infant/Toddler Teachers to join our teaching team. Must be EEC certified or, at minimum, have a college degree or have taken Child Growth and Development or a Child Psychology course. Our small (24 students) and friendly center is located on the grounds of the VA Hospital (VFW Parkway) in West Roxbury with bright and airy classrooms furnished with new equipment and supplies. The ideal candidate has experience in creating developmentally appropriate curriculum, possesses common sense skills, a nurturing nature, and enjoys play.

    Candidates who possess a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education are preferred as are EEC qualified and experienced early childhood educators. Recent graduates welcome. We have both full-time and part-time positions available (all shifts). Strong English communication skills (both written and verbal) are preferred. Good people skills, desire to work with parents, children, and teachers in a friendly, professional center that places a high value on socialization and teamwork. Individuals with any special skills are encouraged to apply and share your skill(s) with the children. We appreciate the talents and strengths each employee brings and value the qualities that make you unique. In addition, good sense of humor a plus while dependability and commitment are essential.

    We offer programs that help teachers achieve their career goals from tuition reimbursement, 403b savings, individual professional development courses, and flexible schedules to allow you to follow your career path to pursue a meaningful career in education. Please visit our website at www.vamcsmallworld.org.

    I look forward to discussing these unique positions with qualified applicants and answering questions that you may have.

     

  • #0205 -  Site Director

    Immediate opportunity available for a candidate that seeks advancement in the field of early childhood education and administration. 

    Small World has child care centers located at two campuses of the Boston VA Hospital network, Jamaica Plain and West Roxbury.  As West Roxbury site Director, you will be responsible for day-to-day operations including staff supervision, scheduling, preparing children’s reports and assessments, and maintaining contact with parents.

    Small World is a NAEYC accredited, non-profit, independent company and is committed to the growth and well-being of our employees.  We provide benefits such as a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance, health insurance, and paid time off.

    Applicants must have or be qualified for MA EEC Director accreditation and have professional experience teaching experience in childhood education.  The successful applicant will be self-motivated and a team player.  Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications.