Beginners Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Program

The Sage School

Foxborough (MA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An early childhood education center in Foxborough, MA is seeking a nurturing Beginners Lead Teacher to create a safe and engaging environment for toddlers. The successful candidate will design play-based curricula, maintain high standards of safety, and work collaboratively with parents. A Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and relevant experience are essential for this full-time role.

Qualifications

Minimum of two years of experience teaching or working with toddlers.
Familiarity with play-based and sensory learning approaches.
Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

Design and implement age-appropriate, play-based curriculum.
Observe and document children's developmental milestones.
Create and maintain a safe, organized classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Overview

Beginners Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Program. We are looking for an experienced, flexible, and nurturing Lead Teacher to join our Early Childhood Program, which serves children aged 21 months to 4 years. This individual would play a key role in fostering a safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment, with opportunities for growth into a leadership position within our Early Childhood team. The Early Toddler and Beginners Programs at Sage emphasize sensory-rich, play-based, and hands-on learning experiences to nurture foundational skills and foster a love of exploration.

The Sage School is a Pre-K through Grade 8 school enrolling 160 students in Foxboro, MA. Sage, a school for gifted and talented students, is committed to providing advanced academics to students from the greater Boston and Providence areas and beyond. We are a small, cohesive, nurturing community that values the free expression of ideas, the individual contributions of our members, and all types of diversity. We are committed to the core values of Passion, Excellence, Respect, and Collaboration. The Sage School does not discriminate in its hiring practices and seeks to maximize the diversity of the school, in terms of class, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities/disabilities, and language.

Responsibilities

Designing and implementing age-appropriate, play-based curriculum and activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Leading classroom routines and transitions in a warm, structured, and engaging manner.

Observing and documenting children’s developmental milestones to tailor instruction and provide individualized support.

Collaborating with parents to share progress and insights about their child’s learning and development.

Creating and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.

Upholding health and safety standards, including diapering, potty training, and managing mealtime routines.

Participating in the development and enhancement of the Early Toddler Program curriculum and co-curriculum.

Staying informed about best practices and trends in early childhood education through ongoing professional development.

Assisting children in developing foundational social and emotional skills, fostering independence, and encouraging curiosity.

Actively participating in the school community by attending events, collaborating with colleagues, and contributing to a positive and inclusive culture.