General Job Description

The Stars’ agency substitute van driver is responsible for the safe transportation of Stars children and youth, on a casual as-needed basis. Transportation is provided to and from homes to Stars’ programs via Stars vehicles.

Responsibilities

·       Safely transport children and youth to pre-designated drop-off.

·       Maintain 7D license and annual vehicle inspections as directed by Center Director/site coordinator.

·       Comply with all Massachusetts RMV and DEEC Regulations.

·       Comply with all South Shore Stars confidentiality policies/procedures.

Hours/Route:

·       This is an as-needed position, substituting for Stars’ regular drivers. As such, you would potentially be needed on short notice. The routes could be in the morning or afternoon in the Weymouth/Quincy area. 

·       The shifts are approximately two hours in the morning and/or 2 hours in the afternoon.  If you have availability for either time slot, please apply.

Administrative Requirements

·       Complete and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.

·       Complete all required Early Education Care on-line training.

·       Work with center director/site coordinator in maintaining vehicle attendance.

·       Vehicle incident log-reporting daily to center director/site coordinator.

·       Maintain current 7D Driver’s License.

·       Complete Stars’ Transportation Agreement.

Qualifications

·       Must have current 7D Driving License

·       Must be deemed suitable by MA Department of Early Education Care Background Record Check process.

Reports to: Youth Program Director/School Age Program Director

Weymouth, Massachusetts

Stars School and Learning Center, a Massachusetts DESE-approved Chapter 766 private therapeutic day school, is seeking a highly qualified and passionate Reading Specialist to join our growing team. Stars School serves students in grades 1–8 with diagnosed dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities (LBLD).

Our program is built around explicit, structured literacy instruction, strong clinical support, and individualized programming designed to help students who have struggled in traditional educational settings achieve meaningful academic and social-emotional success.

The ideal candidate must possess a strong background in Orton-Gillingham methodology and structured literacy instruction, with experience supporting students with dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities in a highly supportive, small-group setting.

Position Overview

The Reading Specialist will provide direct literacy instruction and intervention to students through individualized and small-group instruction while collaborating closely with classroom teachers, clinical staff, and administrators. This position plays a central role in supporting Stars School’s mission of delivering evidence-based, multisensory instruction embedded throughout the school day.

The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility, collaboration, strong instructional practices, and a deep commitment to helping students develop confidence and independence as learners.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess:

• Strong background and training in Orton-Gillingham methodology and structured literacy instruction (required)
• Experience working with students with dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities
• Experience delivering 1:1 and small-group literacy intervention using a multisensory, highly structured approach
• Understanding of executive functioning challenges and strategies to support students in real-time instruction
• Experience writing and implementing IEPs and progress reports
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze assessment data to drive instruction and monitor student growth
• Demonstrated compassion, patience, and professionalism when working with students and families
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Commitment to creating a structured, welcoming, and supportive classroom culture

Responsibilities

Curriculum and Instruction

• Design and implement individualized and small-group literacy instruction using Orton-Gillingham and structured literacy methodologies
• Deliver explicit, systematic reading intervention targeting decoding, encoding, fluency, comprehension, and written language skills
• Conduct literacy assessments and ongoing progress monitoring
• Utilize student performance data to adjust instruction and support student growth
• Support the integration of executive functioning strategies within literacy instruction
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support literacy instruction across content areas
• Integrate assistive technology and multisensory instructional techniques into lessons
• Maintain structured routines and instructional consistency that support student success
• Supervise instructional assistants as assigned

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with clinical staff, related service providers, and teachers to support students’ academic and social-emotional needs
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and professional development activities
• Write educational plans, quarterly progress reports, and related documentation in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain consistent and positive communication with families
• Participate actively in supervision and collaborative problem-solving

School Community

• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment
• Support school-wide activities, field trips, and community-building events
• Build strong, supportive relationships with students
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and flexibility within a growing educational program
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Master’s Degree in Education, Reading, Special Education, or related field preferred
• Massachusetts DESE licensure in Reading Specialist and/or Moderate Disabilities preferred
• Orton-Gillingham certification or formal OG training required
• Experience in a therapeutic or special education school setting preferred

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience and training

Essential Responsibilities

• Prevent emergencies by scanning the pool in a continuous and consistent manner.
• Enforce pool rules authoritatively and productively. Handle issues in ways that ensure safety, maintain authority, and enhance the camper and workplace experience.
• Perform swim instruction for all campers.
• Ensure a clean and safe pool environment at all times.
• Maintain a clear and consistent line of communication with all supervisors.
• Recognize emergencies or potential incidents and address them immediately.
• Know and activate the branch and pool EAP when needed.
• Provide care such as CPR/ First Aid as needed.
• Complete incident reports in a timely and effective manner.
• Assist with cleaning and testing of the pool.
• Participate in all safety and drills and facility preparation.
• Attend all in-service training and orientation.
• Make sure all gates and doors are secure against unauthorized entry and set for emergency egress, and locked when a lifeguard is not on duty. Never leave the pool unattended.
• Engage in active listening with members in order to build relationships, understand everyone's goals and interests, and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals.
• Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the Stars mission and goals at all times.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisors. Demonstrate a willingness to help where needed.

Education and experience:

• At least 18 years of age.
• At least one year or summer session of lifeguarding experience.

Physical demands:

• Physically and verbally able to interact with children and staff.
• Must be able to scan the pool visually.
• Must be able to hear calls for assistance, calls of distress, and verbal communications from other lifeguards and camp staff.
• May be required to sit or stand for an extended period of time.
• At times, be able to lift up to 50 lbs., use rescue equipment, and lift, hold, and carry individuals using the pool/waterfront.

Work environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
• Summer heat.
• Exposure to chlorine and/or other water treatment products and first aid supplies, including those that may contain latex.

Required training/certifications:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate or equivalent
• Mandated Reporter Training
• Concussion Training
• CPR/First Aid
• Stars Orientation
• Health Care Consultant Training

Equal Opportunity Employer

South Shore Stars is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and agency need.

Mission

South Shore Stars provides comprehensive early education and youth development programs that enhance the optimal growth of children from economically and culturally diverse families, using a family support approach in collaboration with schools and other service providers.

Four core goals form the foundation of our work:

• Enable parents to work
• Help each child reach their full development potential
• Facilitate positive youth development
• Improve academic achievement for students at-risk of academic failure

At Stars, we are working to build an inclusive culture where difference is valued, and the diverse voices of our employees are encouraged, supported, and celebrated. We believe diversity benefits and enriches the development of our staff, the children, and families we serve, and the communities we serve. At Stars, we will work to find intentional ways to grow in our understanding and support of others, based on: Age ~ gender and gender identity ~ race ~socio-economic status ~ sexual orientation ~ physical or mental ability~ ethnicity~ veteran status ~education status ~religious or spiritual beliefs At Stars, we believe the power of diversity enriches us all by exposing us to a range of ways to understand and embrace the world. We commit to do the work of including diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.

Help meet children's developmental needs.

Maintain and healthy and safe environment.

Team up with teachers and lead teachers to deliver for our students and caregivers.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Assistant Teachers, as members of the classroom’s teaching team, help ensure that each child’s developmental needs are met.

RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Participate in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities based on child assessment data.

·       Participate in ongoing child assessment, using tools provided by the agency.

·       Assist with completing all required family and progress reports

·       Assist in maintaining a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment.

·       Help to organize and maintain classroom order, equipment and materials.

·       Help to organize and maintain center equipment and materials.

·       Supervise, monitor, and interact with children throughout the day, maintaining their safety.

·       Develop warm nurturing relationships with all children.

·       Assist in the implementation of licensing and accreditation requirements.

·       Refer concerns expressed by families to appropriate teacher and share observations regarding parent-child interactions.

·       With the Teacher and Lead Teacher, communicate with families through daily contact, bi-weekly reports, newsletters, etc. and maintain documentation of all communication.

·       Communicate daily with Lead Teacher regarding activities, incidents and concerns.

·       Develop/complete annual Professional Development Plan.

·       Help complete goals of annual classroom Action Plan.

·       Attend staff, team, and curriculum meetings, training and supervision as required.

·       Help organize and attend Center parent meetings and other Center events.

·       Actively participate in Team, curriculum and other classroom meetings.

·       Assist in food preparation and clean up, participate in mealtimes.

·       Follow all agency policies and procedures and document as required.

·       Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

·       All other assigned duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma. – Required
• Must be at least 18 years of age. – Required
• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete all job description responsibilities.
• Warm and nurturing personality.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Commitment to agency’s mission of supporting low-income families and at-risk children.
• All Teacher Assistants are required to take four Early Childhood Education college courses within the first 18 months of employment.

• All South Shore Stars employees should be able to lift at least 40 lbs and work in a non-sedentary environment. 

Reports to:  Lead Teacher

NOTE: This is a substitute position

Equal Opportunity Employer 

South Shore Stars is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and agency need. 

Mission 

South Shore Stars provides comprehensive early education and youth development programs that enhance the optimal growth of children from economically and culturally diverse families, using a family support approach in collaboration with schools and other service providers.  

Four core goals form the foundation of our work: 

·       Enable parents to work 

·       Help each child reach their full development potential 

·       Facilitate positive youth development 

·       Improve academic achievement for students at-risk of academic failure 

At Stars, we are working to build an inclusive culture where difference is valued and the diverse voices of our employees are encouraged, supported, and celebrated. We believe diversity benefits and enriches the development of our staff, the children, and families we serve and the communities we serve. At Stars, we will work to find intentional ways to grow in our understanding and support of others, based on: Age ~ gender and gender identity ~ race ~socio-economic status ~ sexual orientation ~ physical or mental ability~ ethnicity~ veteran status ~education status ~religious or spiritual beliefs At Stars, we believe the power of diversity enriches us all by exposing us to a range of ways to understand and embrace the world. We commit to do the work of including diversity, equity, and inclusion practices at the center of our daily work. We understand that our work around this is on-going, and we pledge to continually find new ways of growing into this statement. 

Help meet children's developmental needs.

Maintain and healthy and safe environment.

Team up with teachers and lead teachers to deliver for our students and caregivers.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Assistant Teachers, as members of the classroom’s teaching team, help ensure that each child’s developmental needs are met.

RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Participate in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities based on child assessment data.

·       Participate in ongoing child assessment, using tools provided by the agency.

·       Assist with completing all required family and progress reports

·       Assist in maintaining a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment.

·       Help to organize and maintain classroom order, equipment and materials.

·       Help to organize and maintain center equipment and materials.

·       Supervise, monitor, and interact with children throughout the day, maintaining their safety.

·       Develop warm nurturing relationships with all children.

·       Assist in the implementation of licensing and accreditation requirements.

·       Refer concerns expressed by families to appropriate teacher and share observations regarding parent-child interactions.

·       With the Teacher and Lead Teacher, communicate with families through daily contact, bi-weekly reports, newsletters, etc. and maintain documentation of all communication.

·       Communicate daily with Lead Teacher regarding activities, incidents and concerns.

·       Develop/complete annual Professional Development Plan.

·       Help complete goals of annual classroom Action Plan.

·       Attend staff, team, and curriculum meetings, training and supervision as required.

·       Help organize and attend Center parent meetings and other Center events.

·       Actively participate in Team, curriculum and other classroom meetings.

·       Assist in food preparation and clean up, participate in mealtimes.

·       Follow all agency policies and procedures and document as required.

·       Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

·       All other assigned duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma. – Required
• Must be at least 18 years of age. – Required
• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete all job description responsibilities.
• Warm and nurturing personality.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Commitment to agency’s mission of supporting low-income families and at-risk children.
• All Teacher Assistants are required to take four Early Childhood Education college courses within the first 18 months of employment.

• All South Shore Stars employees should be able to lift at least 40 lbs and work in a non-sedentary environment. 

Reports to:  Lead Teacher

*This is a full-year, full-time position with a guaranteed 40 hours per week. 8 ½ hour workday,

with one ½ hour unpaid break. Shift could change based on program needs.

This is a physically active position.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

South Shore Stars is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and agency need. 

Mission 

South Shore Stars provides comprehensive early education and youth development programs that enhance the optimal growth of children from economically and culturally diverse families, using a family support approach in collaboration with schools and other service providers.  

Four core goals form the foundation of our work: 

·       Enable parents to work 

·       Help each child reach their full development potential 

·       Facilitate positive youth development 

·       Improve academic achievement for students at-risk of academic failure 

At Stars, we are working to build an inclusive culture where difference is valued and the diverse voices of our employees are encouraged, supported, and celebrated. We believe diversity benefits and enriches the development of our staff, the children, and families we serve and the communities we serve. At Stars, we will work to find intentional ways to grow in our understanding and support of others, based on: Age ~ gender and gender identity ~ race ~socio-economic status ~ sexual orientation ~ physical or mental ability~ ethnicity~ veteran status ~education status ~religious or spiritual beliefs At Stars, we believe the power of diversity enriches us all by exposing us to a range of ways to understand and embrace the world. We commit to do the work of including diversity, equity, and inclusion practices at the center of our daily work. We understand that our work around this is on-going, and we pledge to continually find new ways of growing into this statement. 

South Shore Stars is a not-for-profit organization providing the highest quality early education and youth development programs for the communities south of Boston. Founded in 1970, we annually serve over 1,200 children and youth age newborn through 18 years in a family child care system, preschool centers, school age centers, middle school programs, a high school program, and summer camp.

By investing in school readiness and academic achievement, promoting healthy development and strengthening families, Stars gives children the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Stars is an NAEYC accredited preschool interested in diversifying its workforce and promoting the highest level of early childhood programming to the children and families we serve.

Our Mission

South Shore Stars provides comprehensive early education and youth development programs that enhance the optimal growth of children from economically and culturally diverse families, using a family support approach in collaboration with schools and other service providers.

Four core goals form the foundation of our work:

• Enable parents to work
• Help each child reach their full development potential
• Facilitate positive youth development
• Improve academic achievement for students at-risk of academic failure

General Description

Teachers, as members of a classroom teaching team, under the supervision of a Lead Teacher, plan for an assigned small group and the individual children comprising that small group. The Teacher is responsible for all classroom functioning in the absence of the Lead Teacher.

Programmatic Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities and teaching strategies.
• Develop weekly plans for assigned small group.
• Complete all required parent reports for children in assigned small group.
• Help to organize and maintain classroom order, equipment, and materials
• Participate in child assessment and utilize information to develop individual plans for children in assigned small group.
• Help to organize and maintain classroom order, equipment, and materials.
• Participate in child assessment and utilize information to develop individual plans for children in assigned small group.
• Help complete goals of annual classroom Action Plan.
• Actively participate in Team, curriculum and other classroom meetings.
• Support the implementation of licensing and accreditation requirements.
• Follow all agency policies and procedures and document as required.
• Daily communication with Lead Teacher regarding activities, incidents and concerns.
• Complete annual professional development plan.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• All other duties assigned by Lead Teacher or Center Director.

Family Communication Responsibilities

• Maintain open and supportive communication with families.
• Hold the required number of family conferences for children in assigned small group.
• Participate in family events at the Center.
• Support all family involvement activities.

Qualifications

• AA in Early Childhood Education or AA/BA out of field with 18 ECE credits.
• One year experience teaching young children.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete all program responsibilities.
• Demonstrated classroom management skills.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and demonstrated commitment to DAP.
• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of child assessment and ability to use data to develop/implement individual plans.
• Warm and nurturing personality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Commitment to agency's mission of supporting low-income families and at-risk children.

Reports to:  Lead Teacher

Salary range is $22.87-26.88 per hour.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance through Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
• Dental insurance
  
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance, paid for by Stars
  
• Generous paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

* All South Shore Stars employees should be able to lift at least 40 lbs and work in a non-sedentary environment.

At Stars, we are working to build an inclusive culture where difference is valued and the diverse voices of our employees are encouraged, supported, and celebrated. We believe diversity benefits and enriches the development of our staff, the children, and families we serve and the communities we serve. At Stars, we will work to find intentional ways to grow in our understanding and support of others, based on: Age ~ gender and gender identity ~ race ~socio-economic status ~ sexual orientation ~ physical or mental ability~ ethnicity~ veteran status ~education status ~religious or spiritual beliefs At Stars, we believe the power of diversity enriches us all by exposing us to a range of ways to understand and embrace the world. We commit to do the work of including diversity, equity, and inclusion practices at the center of our daily work. We understand that our work around this is on-going, and we pledge to continually find new ways of growing into this statement.

Job Type: Full-time