Job detail
Lead Teacher - Pre-K
Cadence Academy Preschool
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/21/2026
Location
Ashland, Massachusetts
Salary
$19 - $25 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for creating a warm, inclusive classroom environment and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum. They must also build positive relationships with families and ensure the safety and supervision of all children at all times.
Requirements summary
Candidates must meet state licensing requirements for lead teachers, which typically include a high school diploma or ged and relevant experience or credentials. A degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred, along with 6-12 months of classroom experience.
high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateTeamworkCommunicationDocumentationBehavioral supportCurriculum planningChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood educationSafety supervisionInclusive teaching
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional development
- Pet insurance
- Childcare tuition discount