Williams College ChildrenÂ’s Center is looking for entry level and / or experienced teachers to join our team dedicated to providing quality child care and education. This is a full-time, year-round, regular appointment. The Williams College ChildrenÂ’s Center has a warm and inviting program with state-of-the-art facilities developed expressly for early childhood education. Williams College employs individuals who respect, are eager to learn about, and have a willingness to accept the many ways of viewing the world. Individuals with a commitment to working in a culturally competent environment and who reflect the increasing diversity of Williams families and community are encouraged to apply. We are looking for someone who will respond to childrenÂ’s interests and strengths and use those insights in collaboration with other staff to create project-based emergent curriculum. You will enthusiastically participate in school-wide staff inquiry and development and show a commitment to… advancing a career in Early Childhood Education. Who We Are? We are energetic, passionate teachers who believe children are capable and active learners We believe relationships between children, teachers, and families are essential to and the foundation of all early childhood learning We believe the environment, both the classroom and the natural, support, guide, and enhance childrenÂ’s exploration and discovery We believe we are all learners together Who We Are Looking For? Someone who is excited to learn about and respond to childrenÂ’s interests and strengths Someone who enjoys being part of a team and working collaboratively and who is ready to enthusiastically participate in school-wide inquiry and development Someone who believes children learn best through play and project-based emergent curriculum Someone who is enthusiastic to interact with children, families, and staff from a wide variety of backgrounds Qualifications: Passion for and knowledge of early education and care principles and developmentally appropriate practices A degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with experience in an early care setting is preferred but not required Candidates must meet the teacher certification requirements established by the Department of Early Education and Care, or be able to obtain within 12 months with coursework covered by Williams Application review will begin October 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Pay range is from $20 to $25, commensurate with experience. Williams provides full coverage of coursework for new hires seeking teacher certification. Prior to certification, your title would be Assistant Teacher, to be promoted to Teacher with a pay bump upon certification. Williams also provides excellent benefits, including health insurance from day one, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, generous retirement contributions, dependent tuition grants worth around $30k per year per child and much more. Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at [email protected]. Instructions for Applicants The mission of Williams College, “to provide the highest quality liberal arts education,” is advanced by the rich variety of backgrounds and experiences that faculty, staff, and students bring to the work that we do together. The college is committed to building and sustaining a learning and working environment where members from all backgrounds can learn, live, and thrive. We are deeply committed to our employees, providing tuition assistance, excellent benefits, and a warm and welcoming professional environment. We are looking for candidates who share our values in prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and sustainability. Located in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, Williams offers a rich academic environment in a beautiful setting. The Berkshires—known as a cultural corridor—are a great place to live, work, and play. With natural beauty, rich history, and top-notch schools, there Berkshires hosts an array of recreational opportunities from world-class museums to hiking trails. The New York Capital Region, Albany International Airport, and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Train Station are just an hour away, and Boston and New York City are within a three-hour drive. The college’s vibrant 450-acre campus is home to approximately 2,000 students who bring vibrancy to picturesque Williamstown. Many people relocate here for their job at Williams but stay for the community connections that they build. We hope youÂ’ll take some time to explore the resources here and get to know more about our community–the one here on campus as well as the broader communities of Williamstown and the Berkshires
