Preschool Lead Teacher

Preschool Lead Teacher – Natick, Massachusetts 01760

Next Generation Children’s Center, part of the Cadence Education family, is hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher interested in fostering early childhood development in a supportive, collaborative environment.

• Create a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment that welcomes all children.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Observe and support children’s interests and developmental milestones.
• Communicate effectively with families about their child’s progress.
• Promote positive social behaviors and model respectful interactions.
• Plan a balanced daily schedule with a mix of indoor/outdoor and active/quiet activities.
• Use Cadence‑required systems and communication tools for professional interaction with families and staff.
• Maintain a safe and well‑supervised classroom, following the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual.
• Accurately document and report accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors in accordance with company policy and licensing requirements.
• Follow all Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.
• Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Cadence educational philosophy and Signature Programs.
• Recognize and respond to diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including implementing IEPs and behavioral support plans as needed.

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Demonstrated ability to follow safety procedures, including Name‑to‑Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‑feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
• Ability to manage a classroom environment with consistency, structure, and care.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Education – Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.
• Experience – Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center; a minimum of 6–12 months of early childhood or classroom experience is preferred, depending on education and credentials.
• Credentials & Licensing
• Must meet all Department of Health Services (DHS) licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers (high school diploma or GED plus required experience, college coursework in early childhood education, or CDA, CCP, EEC, or NAC credential).
• Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
• CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are met.

• $500.00 Sign‑On Bonus for EEC Certified Teacher
• Competitive compensation with an hourly pay rate of $20–$26
• On‑demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 75% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full‑time employees, including:
  • Paid time off that increases with seniority
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision options
  • Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
  • Educational and professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Company‑paid life insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Paid CDA

Flexibility is essential. Work schedules may vary based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs and are not guaranteed to be eight‑hour shifts. Daily end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.

Only full‑time employees are eligible for the listed benefits.

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.