Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Educator, Growth & Benefits

Children of America, LLC; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal career advancement

Childcare discount

Educational assistance

Employee referral bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Children of America, LLC in Norwood, MA is seeking a Lead Teacher to join a team of educators dedicated to nurturing young children. You will lead classroom activities, implement COA’s Mind and Body Matters curriculum, and collaborate with families to support each child’s growth and development.

You will create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment, document progress, and participate in ongoing professional development to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 credits in Early Childhood Education with a level 2 Lead Teacher Certification in Preschool or Infant/Toddler or Associates degree in Early Childhood Education
• Minimum 1 Year of experience in a licensed childcare setting
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Must meet all state licensing requirements
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations
• Commitment to professional growth

Responsibilities

• Responsible for carrying out daily lesson plans
• Assist in creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members
• Utilize technology to document and deliver child progress reports
• Exhibit empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs
• Present age-appropriate expectations for children
• Be creative, passionate, and engaged in your work
• Lead classroom instruction using COA's Mind and Body Matters curriculum

Skills

Positive relationships

Organizational skills

Decision making

Communication with families

Adaptability

Growth mindset

Education

Early childhood education credits/lead teacher cert

Job description

Children of America, LLC in Norwood, MA is seeking a Lead Teacher to join a team of educators dedicated to nurturing young children. You will lead classroom activities, implement COA’s Mind and Body Matters curriculum, and collaborate with families to support each child’s growth and development.

You will create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment, document progress, and participate in ongoing professional development to ensure high-quality care.