Certified Preschool Teacher: Nurturing, Playful Learning

Arbor Associates; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbor Associates in Massachusetts is hiring a Certified Early Childhood Teacher (EEC) for a warm preschool classroom. You’ll help young children build confidence, explore creativity, and develop social skills alongside a supportive team.

This role emphasizes a safe, nurturing learning environment with developmentally appropriate lessons and strong collaboration with families and staff. You may step into Lead Teacher duties when needed, with opportunities for growth and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Certified Early Childhood Teacher (EEC) certification or equivalent
• Experience supporting preschool learning through play and routines
• Ability to collaborate with a teaching team and families
• Commitment to safety, confidentiality and child protection policies
• Willingness to lead activities and potentially step into Lead Teacher role

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment
• Engage children through play, structured activities, and daily routines
• Guide behavior with respectful, consistent support
• Keep the classroom clean, organized, and welcoming
• Help plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons
• Observe development and support individual learning needs
• Encourage inclusion, creativity, and positive social interactions
• Collaborate with teachers, classroom staff, and program leadership
• Build positive relationships with families and caregivers
• Step into a Lead Teacher role when needed
• Maintain accurate documentation and classroom records
• Follow safety, confidentiality and child protection policies
• Help with light housekeeping, bus monitoring, and other center needs
• Complete required professional development and training hours

Job description

Arbor Associates in Massachusetts is hiring a Certified Early Childhood Teacher (EEC) for a warm preschool classroom. You’ll help young children build confidence, explore creativity, and develop social skills alongside a supportive team.

This role emphasizes a safe, nurturing learning environment with developmentally appropriate lessons and strong collaboration with families and staff. You may step into Lead Teacher duties when needed, with opportunities for growth and ongoing professional