Lead Teacher - Infant

$41,600 - $54,080/Yr

Cadence Education - Westford, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Westford, MA

251-500 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Infant Lead Teacher at Next Generation Children's Center is responsible for creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment for infants. This role involves collaborating with a team of educators to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum while ensuring the safety and well-being of the children. The position requires a passion for child development and a commitment to fostering positive relationships with children and their families.

Responsibilities

• Encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center.
• Document and share important milestones in a child's day with parents.
• Collaborate with other preschool teachers to implement an engaging curriculum.
• Respect and observe children's interests, intervening when necessary to maintain safety.
• Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities.
• Encourage and model developmentally appropriate social behavior and expectations.
• Plan a daily schedule that balances various activities, including quiet/active and indoor/outdoor play.

Requirements

• Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements.
• EEC Certification needed.
• Previous experience as a preschool lead teacher required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood or Child Development preferred.
• Demonstrated classroom management skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours.

Nice-to-haves

• Child Development Associate (CDA) certification.
• College degree in Early Childhood or Child Development.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Hourly Pay Rate: $20 - $26
• On demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 75% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Educational and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA
• $250 Employee Referral Bonus