Preschool Teacher

Norfolk Public Schools H. Olive Day Elementary School
- Norfolk, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5952884

Final date to receive applications: Oct 25, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 23, 2026

Norfolk Elementary Schools

Norfolk, Massachusetts

Preschool Lead Teacher

Reports To:

Director of Student Services / Principal

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Employment Status:
Full-Time
- One Year Only Assignment {11/23/2026- 6/2027}

Location:

H. Olive Day School

The Preschool Lead Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing a developmentally appropriate preschool program that supports the academic, social-emotional, communication, behavioral, and physical development of young children. The Lead Teacher creates a safe, inclusive, nurturing, and engaging learning environment while collaborating with families, educators, specialists, and administrators to meet the individual needs of all students.

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate, engaging, and inclusive preschool curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Early Learning Standards and district expectations.
• Plan and deliver daily learning experiences that address early literacy, language development, mathematics, science, social studies, social-emotional learning, physical development, and creative expression.
• Differentiate instruction and classroom activities to meet the developmental and individual needs of students.
• Use developmentally appropriate instructional strategies, materials, technology, and learning centers.
• Establish predictable classroom routines and procedures that promote student independence and successful participation.
• Monitor student progress and use assessment information to inform instruction and intervention.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of student learning, progress, and educational needs.

• Establish and maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support students in developing age-appropriate communication, self-regulation, social skills, independence, and problem-solving skills.
• Implement positive behavioral supports and classroom management strategies consistent with district expectations.
• Identify student needs and communicate concerns to appropriate school personnel.
• Collaborate with special education staff and related service providers to support students with disabilities and other identified needs.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and individualized supports as required by student plans.
• Ensure appropriate supervision and safety of students at all times.

• Serve as the instructional and classroom leader for assigned preschool staff.
• Provide guidance and direction to paraprofessionals, classroom assistants, and other support staff regarding classroom routines, student needs, instructional activities, and supervision.
• Promote a collaborative and respectful classroom team environment.
• Work closely with special education teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, school psychologists, counselors, school nurses, and other specialists.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, student support meetings, IEP meetings, parent conferences, and other meetings as assigned.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistency in instructional practices, behavioral supports, and student services.

• Establish positive, professional, and respectful relationships with parents and guardians.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, classroom activities, and developmental needs.
• Participate in parent…