Program Director

Job Description

1. Job Details

Headline: Early Education Lead Teacher

Location: Stoneham, MA

Salary Range: $29.00 - $32.00 / hour

Employment Type: Full-Time Contract

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shift; must be available to work until 6:00 PM

2. Description

REASONS TO JOIN ARBOR

Over 45 Years of Experience - With decades of experience placing early education professionals across Massachusetts, we know how to support our staff and set them up for success.

Compensation:

• Competitive Pay - $29.00-$32.00/hour based on credentials and experience.
• Benefits - Eligible employees receive access to health, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Incentive Plan - Coming soon.

Flexibility:

• Full-Time Contract - Stable, year-round placement in a structured early childhood environment.
• Flexible Scheduling - We understand life is dynamic, and we're here to support your needs.
• Diverse Assignments - We partner with hundreds of programs across education, behavioral health, and allied healthcare, giving you a broad range of future opportunities.

Available to You:

• Dedicated Support - You'll have a dedicated Arbor point of contact at every stage of working with us.
• 24/7 Availability - Our team is on call around the clock to support you.
• Transparent Communication - Prompt, clear communication so you're never left in the dark.
• Supportive, Respectful Culture - Our field associates are the most important part of our team.
• Tailored Training - We ensure our associates are appropriately prepared for the programs they support.

Growth:

• Performance Reviews - Regular feedback and reviews to help you grow professionally.
• Career Pathing / Development - For reliable, dedicated individuals, we offer opportunities for further training and certifications, opening doors to higher-paying positions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Arbor Associates is seeking an experienced Early Education Lead Teacher for a full-time contract placement at a PreK program in Stoneham, MA. This is a hands-on classroom leadership role serving children ages 2-5, with additional program oversight responsibilities well-suited to a candidate who holds - or is working toward - an EEC Director credential. The school is ideally seeking a Director-level candidate, but will welcome strong Lead Teachers who bring the credentials, experience, and leadership presence to grow into that function.

Programming runs year-round, approximately 9:00 AM-6:00 PM, including Wednesday half days during the school year and full summer and school vacation programming.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead daily classroom instruction for children ages 2-5, delivering play-based, hands-on, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Develop and implement curriculum aligned with Massachusetts EEC standards across language, literacy, numeracy, physical development, and social-emotional learning.
• Supervise children by sight and sound at all times; maintain a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment.
• Address behavioral concerns proactively and establish consistent classroom routines and expectations.
• Assess new students, coordinate orientations, and conduct family tours.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families through regular communication, newsletters, and family engagement events.
• Mentor, observe, and support early childhood staff; lead weekly curriculum meetings and monthly staff meetings.
• Ensure program compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and all applicable health and safety requirements.
• Assist with enrollment management, record-keeping, budget oversight, and coordination with organizational leadership.
• Contribute to program quality assessment and continuous improvement efforts.

Job Requirements

3. Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure / Certification: EEC Lead Teacher certification required. EEC Director I or Director II certification strongly preferred. Candidates actively working toward Director certification will be considered.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field preferred.

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of early childhood education experience required, with demonstrated classroom leadership. Prior experience supervising staff or managing program operations a strong plus.

Regulatory Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and early learning best practices required.

Other Requirements: Valid Massachusetts driver's license required. Must successfully complete CORI and background check in accordance with Massachusetts regulations. Must be available to work until 6:00 PM.

Physical / Work Environment: Role requires regular walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and active supervision of young children indoors and outdoors. Must be able to move items up to 25-50 lbs. Must be comfortable working in varying New England weather conditions and maintain emotional composure in a dynamic environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Arbor Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Indeed Campaign: #ABR-STN-EEC - Must be included in the body of the posting for Indeed tracking.

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Why Join Arbor Associates?
At Arbor Associates, we are dedicated to connecting caring professionals with rewarding opportunities in education, healthcare, and human services. We offer:
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive team environment with 24/7 staffing assistance.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our extensive network.

Arbor Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All interested applicants must be over the age of 18, authorized to work in the United States, and pass a stringent background check, including Criminal History, Sexual Offender Registry, and Department of Children and Families (DCF- MA)/Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF-RI).

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