LEAD TEACHER, HR Children's Center

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Boston seeks a Lead Teacher for its Children's Center. The role requires ensuring children's safety and development while supporting the Center's philosophy. Candidates must have a Lead Teacher certification from Massachusetts, a degree in early childhood education, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Strong interpersonal skills and a reliable work ethic are essential. This full-time role offers a nurturing environment for both children and educators.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an early childhood setting.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate well with others.
• Willingness to increase knowledge in the field and attend professional development.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom.
• Support the mission and philosophy of the Center.
• Develop and maintain family relationships with families.

Skills

Lead Teacher Certified by MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)

Strong interpersonal skills

Reliability and conscientiousness

Computer skills (MS Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook, Kaymbu, COR Advantage)

Organized and multitasking ability

Confidentiality awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or associate Degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field

Job description

Category

Charles River Campus --> Professional

Job Location

BOSTON, MA, United States

Tracking Code

26500503770319

Posted Date

3/19/2026

Salary Grade

Grade 47

Expected Hiring Range Minimum

$60,000.00

Expected Hiring Range Maximum

$63,000.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

The Children's Centers philosophy is based on blending a variety of early childhood educational philosophies and approaches, including Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Constructivist. Children at the Center are viewed as active participants in their own learning, making choices and seeking out experiences that further their development. Educators at the Center strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports children as they learn and grow at their own pace through play-based and child-centered experiences. Educators at the Center believe in viewing each child as an individual, and they understand the importance of getting to know each child and meeting them where they are developmentally.

The Lead Teacher role has the primary responsibility of ensuring the safety and well-being of all the children in their classroom. In addition, the Lead Teachers role is to support the mission and philosophy of the Center, provide a nurturing, consistent, developmentally appropriate environment that meets the cognitive, emotional, social and physical needs of young children, develop and maintain family relationships, collaborate with co-teaching team, and take part in continuous professional development. The Lead Teacher must abide by all EEC licensing standards, and all policies and procedures set forth in the employee handbook.

Required Skills

• Lead Teacher Certified by MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC).
• Bachelor's degree or associate Degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an early childhood setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate well with others.
• Reliable and conscientious.
• Computer skills (MS Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook, Kaymbu, COR Advantage).
• Willingness to increase knowledge in the field.
• Certificate of CPR and first aid training (recommended).
• Organized, ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently.
• Attentive to confidentiality of records and other information.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.