Part-Time Afternoon Teacher

The Learning Experience; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Dedham, MA is seeking a dependable Afternoon Teacher to support our Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms during the final hours of the day. You will help ensure a safe, engaging end to the day and work with a collaborative team.

This part-time position offers a consistent weekday schedule (3:00 PM–6:00 PM) and MA EEC certification is required. Join a caring center focused on development and family partnership.

Qualifications

• MA EEC Infant/Toddler and Preschool Teacher certifications required by the center.
• Previous professional childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education experience preferred.
• Comfortable working with multiple age groups.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Flexible, dependable, patient, and team-oriented.
• Must meet applicable Massachusetts EEC requirements for the position.

Responsibilities

• Support Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms during afternoon hours.
• Maintain appropriate teacher-to-child ratios and classroom supervision.
• Assist with snacks, playground activities, learning experiences, and dismissal.
• Support diapering, toileting, and daily care routines as appropriate.
• Engage children through stories, music, movement, and age-appropriate activities.
• Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Help prepare classrooms for the following day.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized learning environment.
• Follow Massachusetts EEC licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

MA EEC Infant/Toddler & Preschool certifications

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance

Part-Time Afternoon Teacher - Infant, Toddler & Preschool

The Learning Experience - Dedham, MA
Pay: $22-$23 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Part-Time, Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

The Learning Experience - Dedham is looking for a dependable and experienced Afternoon Teacher to support our Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms during the final hours of the school day.

As our Closing Floater Teacher, you'll work with different age groups, support classroom routines, and help ensure children enjoy a safe, positive, and engaging end to their day.

This is a great opportunity for an EEC-qualified educator who enjoys variety, teamwork, and a consistent weekday afternoon schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms during afternoon hours
• Maintain appropriate teacher-to-child ratios and classroom supervision
• Assist with snacks, playground activities, learning experiences, and dismissal
• Support diapering, toileting, and daily care routines as appropriate
• Engage children through stories, music, movement, and age-appropriate activities
• Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate classroom management
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
• Help prepare classrooms for the following day
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized learning environment
• Follow Massachusetts EEC licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• Massachusetts EEC Infant/Toddler and Preschool Teacher certifications required by the center
• Previous professional childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education experience preferred
• Comfortable working with multiple age groups
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Flexible, dependable, patient, and team-oriented
• Must meet applicable Massachusetts EEC requirements for the position

What We Offer

• $22-$23 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule, 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
• Paid professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
• Opportunities for continued career growth