Kids in Action - Teacher (Preschool/PreK) 8:00-2:30

Hingham Public Schools; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hingham Public Schools is seeking a Kids in Action - Teacher (Preschool/PreK) to provide a safe, nurturing environment with developmentally appropriate experiences for 3-5 year olds. The role emphasizes social, emotional, physical and academic growth, with collaboration among staff to plan engaging activities and communicate with families.

The position runs 8:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with required professional development and compliance with MA EEC regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood
• Experience in a Preschool or Pre-K classroom
• Familiar with MA EEC regulations
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Experience with de-escalation techniques
• Physically able to lift items up to 20lbs
• Clear all HPS and EEC background checks

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children, be alert to the needs of the children as individuals and as a group.
• Cooperate with other educators to create daily routines, activities and lessons to enhance each child’s Preschool experience and prepare them for Pre-Kindergarten.
• Plan developmentally appropriate activities in Social Emotional Development, Fine and Gross Motor Skills, Literacy, Math, Social Studies, STEM and Music.
• Track and assess the children’s progress. Keep anecdotal notes of each child and create opportunities for each child to meet their social, and academic potential.
• When required, work as a 1:1 with children needing support.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents, through emails, in person or phone conversations, daily and monthly newsletters.
• Conduct Parent/Teacher Conferences at least twice a year.
• Keep spaces clean, neat and organized.
• Attend monthly Team Planning and Staff Meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

De-escalation techniques

Physical ability to lift 20 lbs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood

Experience in Preschool/Pre-K classroom

Familiar with MA EEC regulations

Job description

Kids in Action - Teacher (Preschool/PreK) 8:00-2:30

Job Description

Kids in Action - Teacher (Preschool/PreK)

Job Summary

To provide a safe, nurturing environment with enriching, developmentally appropriate experiences that provide opportunities for social, emotional, physical and academic learning for children who are 3-5 years old.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children, be alert to the needs of the children as individuals and as a group.
• Cooperate with other educators to create daily routines, activities and lessons to enhance each child’s Preschool experience and prepare them for Pre-Kindergarten.
• Plan developmentally appropriate activities in the following areas; Social Emotional Development, Fine and Gross Motor Skills, Literacy, Math, Social Studies, STEM and Music.
• Track and assess the children' s progress. Keep anecdotal notes of each child and create opportunities for each child to meet their social, and academic potential.
• When required, work as a 1:1 with children needing support.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents, through emails, in person or phone conversations, daily and monthly newsletters.
• Conduct Parent/Teacher Conferences at least twice a year.
• Keep all Kids In Action spaces clean, neat and organized.
• Participate in ten hours of Professional Development, related to Early Childhood Development and Curriculum.
• Complete ten hours of EEC StrongStart Professional Development.
• Complete First Aid and CPR training annually.
• Attend monthly Team Planning and Staff Meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood
• Experience in a Preschool or Pre-K classroom
• Familiar with the MA Early Education & Care (EEC) regulations
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Experience with de-escalation techniques
• Physically able to lift items up to 20lbs.
• Clear all HPS and EEC background checks

Please see this lin k for information on benefits in the Hingham Public Schools

Terms of Employment

Outlined in the Kids in Action Salary and Fringe Benefit Guidelines

Full-time, benefit eligible (M-F 8:00am to 2:30pm)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kids in Action - Teacher (Preschool/PreK) 8:00-2:30

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Job Details

Job ID: 5984036

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Kids in Action - Teacher (Preschool/PreK)

Job Summary

To provide a safe, nurturing environment with enriching, developmentally appropriate experiences that provide opportunities for social, emotional, physical and academic learning for children who are 3-5 years old.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children, be alert to the needs of the children as individuals and as a group.
• Cooperate with other educators to create daily routines, activities and lessons to enhance each child’s Preschool experience and prepare them for Pre-Kindergarten.
• Plan developmentally appropriate activities in the following areas; Social Emotional Development, Fine and Gross Motor Skills, Literacy, Math, Social Studies, STEM and Music.
• Track and assess the children' s progress. Keep anecdotal notes of each child and create opportunities for each child to meet their social, and academic potential.
• When required, work as a 1:1 with children needing support.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents, through emails, in person or phone conversations, daily and monthly newsletters.
• Conduct Parent/Teacher Conferences at least twice a year.
• Keep all Kids In Action spaces clean, neat and organized.
• Participate in ten hours of Professional Development, related to Early Childhood Development and Curriculum.
• Complete ten hours of EEC StrongStart Professional Development.
• Complete First Aid and CPR training annually.
• Attend monthly Team Planning and Staff Meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood
• Experience in a Preschool or Pre-K classroom
• Familiar with the MA Early Education & Care (EEC) regulations
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Experience with de-escalation techniques
• Physically able to lift items up to 20lbs.
• Clear all HPS and EEC background checks

Benefits

Please see this lin k for information on benefits in the Hingham Public Schools

Terms of Employment

Outlined in the Kids in Action Salary and Fringe Benefit Guidelines

Full-time, benefit eligible (M-F 8:00am to 2:30pm)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $33.78 to $33.78 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Preschool

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amanda Gatie , KIA Program Coordinator
• Kids in Action
• Email: [e-mail]

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