Head Start Preschool Teacher - Family-Focused & School-Ready

The Dimock Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dimock Center Preschool Teacher role is part of the Head Start program. You will plan and deliver a developmentally appropriate curriculum, fostering school readiness and family engagement.

You will work with diverse families and colleagues to support children’s growth in a compliant, supportive environment. Strong collaboration with families and staff, plus adherence to program standards, is essential.

Qualifications

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes school readiness across developmental domains.
• Create a safe, inclusive, engaging classroom environment supporting development.
• Utilize observation, assessment data, and family input to individualize instruction.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team members.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum and learning experiences across developmental domains.
• Create a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
• Utilize observation, assessment data, and family input to individualize instruction.
• Lead daily classroom operations and supervise staff.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Family collaboration

Observation and assessment

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

MA EEC Preschool Teacher Certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

The Dimock Center Preschool Teacher role is part of the Head Start program. You will plan and deliver a developmentally appropriate curriculum, fostering school readiness and family engagement.

You will work with diverse families and colleagues to support children’s growth in a compliant, supportive environment. Strong collaboration with families and staff, plus adherence to program standards, is essential.