Kindergarten Readiness Instructor

Department: Massachusetts Migrant Education Program

Title: Bilingual Home-Based Kindergarten Readiness Instructor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Migrant Programming and Partnership Manager

Purpose: Instructors will implement kindergarten readiness curriculum to individual students aged 3-5 and their parent/caregiver. Visits will range from 45-60 minutes per visit, with 3-6 visits made to the child over the course of the year. Visits can take place at the student's home, library or another public space nearby.

Essential Functions:

• Communicate directly with assigned families/students to plan visits

• Offer individualized kindergarten readiness instruction in a home based setting

• Create and maintain a positive and fun environment that is engaging and enjoyable for students

• Adapt the instructional plan to accommodate the abilities, needs and interests of student and parent/caregiver

• Track attendance and participation

• Communicate regularly with the Migrant Programming and Partnership Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Access to reliable and insured vehicle or public transportation

• One year of early childhood/early elementary teaching experience in a formal setting

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)

Physical Demands:

• Able to travel to and between home visit locations

• Ability to multi-task and respond to plan alterations with a positive mindset

• Must be able to communicate and converse effectively with youth and adults from multiple backgrounds and cultures in Spanish

Work Conditions:

• Requires working a flexible schedule including weekends, to accommodate family schedule

• Employees are expected to follow CES Workplace Safety Standards and required COVID-19 prevention and mitigation protocols.

• Requires travel and meeting families in their home/community

Terms of Employment:

• Part-time; 10-20 hours a week, hours are dependent on program needs

• Compensation is $30/hr

CES is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all cultural, ethnic and racial backgrounds. Candidates whose backgrounds are well suited to understanding and addressing the needs of the diverse student populations we serve are encouraged to apply.