Teach with a world-class team at Bright Horizons, where you’ll make a difference for children and families every day. We are proud to partner with the Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP), providing high-quality early education and care for 4-year-olds in Cambridge.

You’ll earn competitive pay between $29.35 to $31.41 per hour and have access to comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan

• Paid time off

• Referral bonus

• Special rates and deals on shopping, entertainment, cell phone service, and more!

As a Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, you will:

• Guide a teaching team as you plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, create classroom goals, and lead hands-on activities that expand children’s learning and extend their thinking

• Document children's learning, daily experiences, and accomplishments through daily notes, documentation panels, portfolios, and our child assessment system - Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG)

• Follow important procedures and guidelines to provide a safe and nurturing environment that encourages children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development

What we hope you will bring to this role:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or State Educator License in Early Childhood (Pre-K-2) from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education required

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Special Education preferred

• Candidates without a bachelor’s degree in an ECE or Education-related major may meet the educational requirements if they have earned: a bachelor’s degree (in any subject) with a minimum of 36 college credits in any of the major areas identified above OR a bachelor’s degree (in any subject) with a Montessori Certificate

• At least 12 months of professional teaching experience in child care, daycare, or preschool required

• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) for 4- and 5-year-old children required

Collaborate with a classroom team to create an immersive curriculum that develops future learners and leaders. Explore the possibilities of where your passion and a Bright Horizons career can take you – all in an inclusive workplace where you can be you. Apply now!