Preschool/ Pre-K Teacher

From humble roots in 1990, Magical Beginnings has always had a vision to provide a nurturing, constructive and education‑first environment for young children. Today, the Magical Beginnings’ schools are an award‑winning collection of Early Childhood Education Centers serving communities and families in Massachusetts. We are hiring a Classroom Teacher in our Preschool wing. This exciting, high‑energy role focuses on the development and education of preschool‑age children from 3 to 6 years of age. This role requires a creative, positive, engaging team player who wants to have lots of fun and work hard with likeminded educators. You’ll thrive in this role if you have: EEC Teacher Preschool Certification, CDA, or equivalent degree and experience (required) Daycare experience in a center‑based, private, or public school setting An energetic approach to learning and a positive attitude Curiosity, creativity, and a strong team‑focused mindset Some requirements for this role include: Flexibility to work an 8‑hour shift within the operating hours of the school, including opening and closing shifts Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children Ability to lift up to 50lbs Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday Attentiveness, strong time management, and strong collaboration skills As a Preschool Teacher, you will be responsible for: Collaborating with your co‑teacher to equally prepare curriculum, lesson plans, materials, and monthly newsletters. Keeping parents informed by posting parent information on the Class Dojo app and classroom boards. Providing a safe environment by maintaining orderly, clean, and appealing classrooms. Encouraging children’s participation by providing age‑appropriate interactive activities. Maintaining cleanliness of the classroom: routine opening/closing of the classroom (including, but not limited to wiping down the toys, cleaning tables, vacuuming the room, sanitizing the room (after all children have left), bathrooms, emptying trash, and overall preparation of the classroom for the next morning). Engaging with students in free play, supervising/zone during outdoor time, helping with bathroom needs and diapering, snack and meal assistance (preparing snacks, heating up lunches, cutting up food, helping open containers, supervision), naptime assistance, etc. Adhering to the school's structured schedules. Tracking children’s progress and completing assessments. Maintaining your EEC required professional development hours and PQ registry. Attending monthly staff meetings. Creating a fun and safe learning environment for your students. Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students and parents. What Magical Beginnings offers you: Paid sick time 14 paid holidays, plus a guaranteed paid week‑long winter break Paid snow days and vacation time Medical, dental, and vision insurance Long‑term disability Company‑paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage Parental leave Child care discount ($25/day) Weekly pay and direct deposit Referral and enrollment bonuses Classroom tablets A budget for classroom supplies Paid classroom planning time Free coffee and tea Teachers’ lounge and break room Mentor program Teacher appreciation events Team building activities Holiday parties and seasonal events School community outreach projects *Available to full‑time employees only Interested in advancing your career? Magical Beginnings can help! Tuition coverage for all EEC Teacher/Director certifications Tuition coverage for professional development training hours through the Childcare Education Institute Access to Penn Foster to earn college credits towards EEC teacher certification or to increase your EEC teaching certificate level No-cost First Aid and CPR certification renewals No-cost access to Teachers Pay Teachers, a platform for curriculum collaboration, ideas and support Extensive onboarding training Paid professional development days Pay increases for obtaining certifications Reimbursement for required background check processes $18 - $24 an hour Payroll is processed weekly. If you are ready to join a team that has fun, laughs together, and support each other, contact us! We cannot wait to meet you! #J-18808-Ljbffr Medium