Lead Preschool Teacher & Curriculum Architect

Kappaalphapsi1911; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) in Cambridge seeks a Lead Teacher to guide staff in designing a play-based curriculum that supports children's development while meeting EEC, NAEYC, QRIS standards.

Under the direction of the Director/Teacher, you will coordinate curriculum across sessions, plan field trips, arrange spaces, document learning, and engage families, while ensuring safety and equity in education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Three years’ experience as a teacher with curriculum development and staff supervision.
• Good writing and computer skills.
• Familiar with EEC, QRIS, and NAEYC standards, guidelines, and other requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff in the design of a play-based curriculum that enhances the social, physical, emotional, and intellectual development of children.
• Ensure that curriculum meets EEC, NAEYC, QRIS, and DHSP curriculum standards and guidelines.
• Meet weekly with Teachers to support their planning, documentation, and reflection; supervise implementation of planned curriculum.
• Coordinate curriculum between morning and afternoon programming and document children’s learning.
• Plan and coordinate safe and developmentally appropriate field trips.
• Design and arrange classroom space to promote independence while meeting EEC regulations and DHSP goals.
• Establish clear behavioral expectations and model nurturing, responsive care.
• Support staff in managing individual needs and challenging behavior with positive interventions.
• Coordinate attendance at IEP meetings and follow through with written goals.

Skills

Curriculum development

Staff supervision

Writing skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) in Cambridge seeks a Lead Teacher to guide staff in designing a play-based curriculum that supports children's development while meeting EEC, NAEYC, QRIS standards.

Under the direction of the Director/Teacher, you will coordinate curriculum across sessions, plan field trips, arrange spaces, document learning, and engage families, while ensuring safety and equity in education.