JOB OPENING (Part-time)
Ideal Start Date: As soon as possible
About Mansfield PALS
The mission of Mansfield PALS is to serve as a village for parents and families and to create a space that supports kids in their development, as if they were our own.
As parents ourselves, we know how important a village is to raising children, and in many ways, our business is really about creating community. We believe when parents are supported, families are strong and kids will thrive. Each member of the Mansfield PALS team supports this, playing a central role in bringing to life the type of daycare and community we believe every child and family deserves.
Foundational to achieving our mission is to provide high-quality, full-time childcare. Mansfield PALS is a ~30 student daycare center established in 2022 by Kevin McIsaac (Owner), Amy McIsaac (Owner), and Kristen Maddaloni (Director). All three members of the leadership team are deeply passionate about the vision outlined above. Kevin has a background in corporate finance, Amy has a background in public service, and Kristen has 25+ years of experience in childcare.
About the Part-Time Teacher Role
The Part-Time Teacher will serve as a critical member of the team, supporting all of the classrooms in the center (preschool, toddler, and infant). Given where the business is in its development, she/he has a unique opportunity to shape the business and culture to her/his ideal place to work!
Responsibilities
Assisting Lead Teachers in creating a welcoming, engaging classroom space for children to learn, play and grow and that is conducive to learning
Floating between classrooms to manage classrooms while Teachers are on break
Tracking and informing parents of students' progress
Encouraging self-expression through understanding, flexibility, and behavioral reinforcement
Supporting in communicating regularly with parents, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and in-person discussions
Supporting your center’s success, partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement
Building relationships with families and coworkers to create a dynamic environment where play and learning happen simultaneously and seamlessly
Requirements and Attributes
A passion for children and their healthy, safe, and age-appropriate development
MA EEC Teaching Certification (required)
Prior experience working with young children, preferably within a similar setting
Clear background check/no criminal record
Ability to attend monthly staff meetings, held outside of business hours, as required by EEC
A warm, positive personality; playful and silly personality is a plus!
Excellent problem-solving skills
Commitment and dedication to Mansfield PALS’s mission and vision
About Working at Mansfield PALS
We are building a hard-working, fun-loving, and thoughtful culture with high attention to quality and relationships. The specific terms of this position are outlined below.
Hours
Mansfield PALS is open between 7:30am and 5:30pm Monday through Friday. The Part-Time Teacher role is a 20-hour per week position. The exact working hours for this position are flexible.
Salary
The hourly rate for this position is $16-18/hour, depending on experience and fit.
Please be advised, Mansfield PALS will be closed in observance of Federal and State holidays (New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr Day, Presidents’ Day, Patriots Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day).
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team, please email info@mansfieldpals.com and let us know:
What do you love most about working with children?
Why do you want to join the Mansfield PALS team?
Mansfield PALS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Applications are reviewed and considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. We look forward to hearing from you soon!