Job detail
Lead Teacher- MA
Children of America
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/8/2026
Location
Norwood, Massachusetts
Salary
$20 - $22 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for executing daily lesson plans and maintaining a safe, structured, and positive learning environment for children. They must also communicate effectively with parents and staff while documenting child progress using technology.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess at least 12 credits in early childhood education or an associate degree, along with a level 2 lead teacher certification. A minimum of one year of experience in a licensed childcare setting is required.
associate degreeCommunicationFlexibilityAdaptabilityEmpathyOrganizational skillsDecision-makingRelationship buildingLesson planningTechnology proficiencyChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood education
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Educational assistance
- Accident insurance
- Recognition programs
- Employee referral bonuses
- Employee childcare discount
- Internal career advancement opportunities
- T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships