Lead Pre-K Teacher

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Job description:

Are you an experienced early childhood educator who loves creating engaging, play-based learning experiences for preschoolers?

littleborough is looking for a Lead Pre-K Teacher to join our team! We are seeking a creative, caring, and dependable educator who is excited to take the lead in a classroom, build meaningful relationships with children and families, and create a warm and engaging learning environment.

As a Lead Pre-K Teacher, you will play an important role in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum while supporting the growth, learning, and social-emotional development of each child.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the Pre-K classroom while maintaining a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment.
• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences.
• Collaborate with the Director and teaching team to develop curriculum and classroom activities.
• Support and mentor Assistant Teachers and work collaboratively as a classroom team.
• Observe and document children's development, milestones, interests, and progress in accordance with EEC requirements.
• Communicate regularly and positively with children, families, and staff.
• Create a balanced daily schedule that includes indoor and outdoor activities, quiet and active experiences, and opportunities to develop fine and gross motor, social-emotional, and cognitive skills.
• Follow children's interests and use them to help guide classroom experiences.
• Model positive, developmentally appropriate social behaviors and expectations.
• Maintain compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations and littleborough policies and procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Must meet Massachusetts EEC Lead Teacher–Preschool qualifications.
• Previous experience working as a teacher in a Pre-K or preschool classroom.
• A passion for early childhood education and creating meaningful learning experiences for young children.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and comfortable working as part of a team.
• A positive, creative, and flexible approach to working with children.
• Ability to work within our hours of operation, 7:00 AM-6:00 PM, based on program needs.

Why Join littleborough?

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Reduced tuition for employee dependents
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• CPR and First Aid training provided
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive leadership team
• A collaborative environment where your ideas and creativity are valued

About littleborough

At littleborough, we believe children learn best through meaningful relationships, hands-on experiences, play, and exploration. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn each day.

If you are an experienced early childhood educator looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a Pre-K classroom, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the littleborough team.