Teacher Universal Pre Kindergarten-Bilingual

Job Overview

Teacher – Universal Pre Kindergarten – Bilingual in English and Spanish (Roxbury, MA). Full‑time, day shift.

At Horizons for Homeless Children, we provide full‑time early education to children experiencing homelessness. A Teacher supervises children, implements a daily curriculum, and follows Horizons’ policies and procedures.

• Display knowledge of early childhood development.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of a dynamic, creative, age‑appropriate, and multi‑cultural curriculum.
• Practice positive behavior management techniques in guiding children’s behavior.
• Inform parents of classroom curriculum plans (e.g., posting lesson plans).
• Maintain an accurate and up to date PQ registry.
• Complete required 20 hours of professional development annually.
• Communicate positively with children, parents, and the classroom team.
• Assist in the design and implementation of parent communication systems.
• Prepare and submit children’s progress reports and participate in parent conferences.
• Assist in planning and attending Parent‑Teacher functions.
• Communicate openly and effectively with the classroom team, including participating in weekly team meetings.
• Work closely with Family Advocates to promote healthy family relationships.
• Maintain appropriate health and safety standards per state regulations.
• Implement emergency procedures.
• Organize classroom schedules for child‑initiated and teacher‑directed activities.
• Coordinate transitions for children to and from classrooms.
• Ensure classroom equipment is in good repair and report low supplies.
• Submit attendance sheets, accident reports, progress reports, and time sheets accurately and promptly.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
• Clear and effective communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate and solve problems using a team approach.
• Supervision skills focused on strengths, mutual respect, consistent feedback, professional growth, and inclusion.
• Ability and willingness to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Prior experience with homeless children, multi‑ethnic urban families, or children at risk is a priority.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office and relevant ECE software.
• Commitment to Horizons mission and core values (Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative, Passionate).
• Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Teacher Certification (required).
• At least 9 months to 1 year of relevant work experience.
• 12 ECE Credits (minimum preferred for EHS and HS classrooms).
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field (strongly preferred).

• Starting salary range: $54,200–$57,599 (based on competencies, experience, and skill set).
• Health coverage options with Horizons covering 70–75% of premiums.
• Choice between HMO and PPO plans; individual coverage cost per biweekly paycheck around $117.77.
• Additional benefits available (details on the Horizons website).
• Full‑time, 40‑hour work week, onsite Monday‑Friday.

Horizons is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring our policies, practices, and culture are aligned with our vision for equity. Applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected status are welcomed.