Early Education Team Leader

Peopleinc Fr; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

403(b)

Wellness Activities

Employee Discounts

Job summary

People Incorporated is seeking an Early Education Team Leader to support 2–3 classroom teams and ensure high-quality early learning aligned with NAEYC standards. You will guide curriculum development, compliance with licensing, and professional growth for staff.

Ideal candidates have lead teacher credentials per MA EEC, 2+ years in early childhood, and strong coaching, collaboration, and communication skills to foster inclusive, developmentally appropriate experiences for children and families.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching and mentoring educators to improve instruction.
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and EEC licensing requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Mentor classroom educators with coaching and professional development.
• Develop schedules meeting Massachusetts EEC licensing ratios.
• Guide educators in age-appropriate, play-based curricula aligned with NAEYC and CLASS.

Skills

Coaching & mentoring

Strong communication

Leadership

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in ECE

Job description

Early Education Team Leader - Full Time

Pay Rate $24.75 -$29.00

SUMMARY

The Early Childhood Team Leader provides support to 2 – 3 classroom teams, ensuring high-quality early learning environments are in alignment with NAEYC accreditation standards. This position involves being available for and guiding educators, supporting curriculum development, and maintaining compliance with licensing and quality standards. The Team Leader fosters professional growth among staff while ensuring a nurturing and developmentally appropriate experience for all children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Mentor classroom educators, providing coaching and professional development to enhance instructional practices and child outcomes.
• Develop classroom schedules that ensure compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing requirements and maintain appropriate educator-to-child ratios.
• Guide educators in creating and implementing age-appropriate, play-based curricula that align with NAEYC best practices and CLASS quality standards.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing classroom materials and equipment to support engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Implement and support Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) strategies to foster social-emotional development and a positive learning environment.
• Conduct regular classroom observations to assess instructional effectiveness, provide feedback, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure a high-quality learning environment by modeling best practices in early childhood education, classroom management, and curriculum planning.
• Establish strong relationships with families, promoting open communication and collaboration to support children's learning and development.
• Support the onboarding and training of new educators, ensuring they understand program expectations, curriculum guidelines, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with administrators and specialists to address the diverse needs of children and ensure inclusive, culturally responsive practices.
• Help to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including Massachusetts EEC licensing standards and NAEYC accreditation criteria.
• Facilitate team meetings, professional learning communities, and reflective teaching practices to foster a culture of collaboration and growth.
• Provide direct classroom coverage as needed to maintain safe staffing rations and continuity of care. This includes serving as the classroom educator.
• Maintain program and Agency-required certifications and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the program and its educators.

QUALIFICATION

• Education and experience meeting Massachusetts EEC credentialing standards for a lead teacher; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in an early childhood education setting.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor educators, supporting professional growth and instructional excellence.
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices, CLASS quality standards, and NAEYC accreditation criteria.
• Experience implementing Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) strategies.
• Ability to manage classroom schedules, maintain compliance with licensing requirements, and support a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with staff, families, and administrators.
• Experience working in an NAEYC-accredited program is a plus.
• Physicals are required upon hire and every two years. MMRs are required upon hire.
• All candidates must have a qualifying criminal background check. A driver’s license is preferred but not required.

Why join our Team?

Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.

At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**

• Tuition Assistance Program
• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually

Professional Developmental

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Degree Completion Incentive
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Select employee discounts through LifeMart
• FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program

People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourage all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.

UNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCY

EOE