Educator - part time

Educator - Part Time

The Educator has the responsibility of ensuring the safety and well-being of all the children in the classroom. In addition, the Educator supports the mission and philosophy of the center, provides a nurturing, consistent, developmentally appropriate environment that meets the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical needs of the infants. The Educator develops and maintains parent relationships and consistently collaborates and supports colleagues in the infant/toddler room as well as center-wide.

Associate Degree in early childhood education, or a related field required, and a minimum of 2 years' experience working with children birth – 8 years, preferably in an accredited child care program. Bachelors or Master's degree in early childhood education, or a related field, with experience in practicum settings and/or summer employment in working with children birth – 8 years. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and a genuine commitment to the field of early childhood education.

Flexibility and reflective teaching skills focusing on the whole child in our responsive, nurturing programs is necessary for this position.

Experience working with play-based curriculum, with an emphasis on outside play/natural materials is highly desirable. A valid driver's license and the ability to meet the requirements of the College's Motor Vehicle Use Policy; and current CPR/First Aid certification. Must also sign Child Abuse Policy statement, complete the College's OSHA blood borne pathogen training and show proof of Hepatitis B vaccination (or submit a written declination statement).

40 hours/week between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years.

Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine. Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Part Time Year Round, 0.50, Yes, Hourly, Support Staff + MVR, Yes, Yes

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