Lead Preschool Teacher

Town of Brookline; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Brookline is seeking a full-time Lead Preschool Teacher for the Soule Center in Brookline, serving children aged 2.9 to 5. You will develop relationships with families, collaborate with colleagues, and pursue ongoing professional development to ensure a high-quality learning environment.

Responsibilities include curriculum leadership, safeguarding children, daily activities, assessments, and coordinating parent conferences while adhering to EEC regulations and center policies.

Qualifications

• EEC lead teacher qualified.
• Two years experience as an early childhood teacher; Associate's degree in child development or related field.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Strong understanding of EEC licensing regulations and best practices; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; reliable, organized and professional; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and maintain developmentally appropriate classroom environments, materials, and equipment.
• Lead curriculum development and daily activities; ensure safety and well-being.
• Support classroom adjustment and positive peer relationships.
• Promote positive discipline aligned with EEC standards and center policies.
• Supervise toileting and diapering routines.
• Conduct ongoing developmental observations and collaborate with specialists.
• Maintain attendance records, documentation, and child portfolios.
• Complete formal child assessments twice yearly and schedule parent conferences.
• Foster open communication with families and attend parent meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Organization

Confidentiality

Computer literacy

Education

Associate's degree in child development or related field

CPR and First Aid certification

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Career Opportunities with Town of Brookline

The Town of Brookline is seeking full-time Lead Preschool Teachers in the early education program located at the Soule Center in Brookline, an attractive space with large indoor/outdoor play areas. The Lead Preschool Teacher will develop and maintain parent relationships, collaborates with colleagues, and takes part in continuous professional development, which ensures a quality learning environment and meets the developmental needs of children aged 2.9 to 5 years. Provides a nurturing, consistent, developmentally appropriate environment that meets the cognitive, emotional, social and physical needs of the Center's children, and other related tasks as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and maintain developmentally appropriate classroom environments, materials, and equipment.
• Lead the development and daily implementation of curriculum and activities; ensure the safety and well-being of children.
• Support children's classroom adjustment and encourage positive peer relationships.
• Promote positive discipline practices aligned with EEC standards and center policies.
• Supervise toileting, toilet training, and diapering routines.
• Conduct ongoing developmental observations and collaborate with specialists or outside providers as needed.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, developmental documentation, and child portfolios.
• Complete formal child assessments twice yearly and schedule/lead parent conferences twice yearly.
• Foster open, welcoming communication with families; attend parent meetings as required.
• Attend staff meetings and lead weekly team meetings; maintain team planning notes.
• Provide leadership and support to teachers and assistant teachers; model professional, collaborative conduct.
• Assist the Director in coordinating professional development and participating in teacher performance assessments.
• Provide orientation to new staff; supervise volunteers and substitute teachers.
• Support center mission and adhere to EEC regulations and internal policies.
• Participate in continuing education, trainings, and professional development.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

EEC lead teacher qualified. Two years experience as an early childhood teacher, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that includes an Associate's degree in child development, early childhood education or a related field. CPR and First Aid is required.

The ideal candidate will also have a strong understanding of EEC licensing regulations and early childhood best practices; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; reliable, organized, and professional; able to maintain confidentiality; willing to pursue ongoing learning; and proficient with basic computer applications used for documentation and communication.

$28.57 hourly (40 hours) plus generous benefits and excellent working conditions.

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce.