Preschool Lead Teacher — Sustainable Education & Nature

Little Sprouts, LLC; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition discount for child care

First Stop Health membership

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance option

Disability coverage

Performance-based pay

Career growth and training includingCH

Generous PTO and holidays

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Referral bonus program

Tuition & professional development Re‑

Pet insurance

Job summary

Babilou Family US, operating as Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools in Massachusetts, seeks a Certified Teacher to lead sustainable education and create a safe, enriching environment for young children. You will design curricula, mentor staff, and partner with families to support holistic growth.

The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate practice, environmental stewardship, and ongoing professional growth within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must have active teaching certification as required by state licensing.
• Experience teaching young children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development, curriculum design, and classroom safety standards.
• Ability to lead classroom operations and mentor support staff.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement daily lesson plans aligned with developmentally appropriate practice and sustainable education principles.
• Lead classroom organization and routines promoting environmental responsibility and mindful material use.
• Model best practices for the teaching team and ensure high-quality instructional delivery.
• Supervise children during learning activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor exploration.
• Serve as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state law and report suspected abuse or neglect.
• Support each child’s developmental needs using observation to guide instruction.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Sustainable education

Active teaching certification

Experience teaching young children

Knowledge of child development

Curriculum design

Classroom safety standards

Lead classroom operations

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Experience integrating sustainability & nature-based learning

Specialized training in early learning curriculum or instructional leadership

Job description

Babilou Family US, operating as Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools in Massachusetts, seeks a Certified Teacher to lead sustainable education and create a safe, enriching environment for young children. You will design curricula, mentor staff, and partner with families to support holistic growth.

The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate practice, environmental stewardship, and ongoing professional growth within a collaborative team.