Preschool Curriculum Teacher

Summary

The Mead School is a small progressive independent day school nestled on 14 beautiful acres in Stamford, Connecticut. We enroll students from Infancy to Grade 8 and honor children as curious and capable learners. Our progressive approach emphasizes hands‑on exploration, social and emotional growth, and meaningful engagement with the world. Our Early Learning Centers provide a play‑based, hands‑on, socially interactive learning environment.

As a small school we foster close relationships among educators, children and families – creating a nurturing and inclusive learning community.

Currently, we are seeking a thoughtful, innovative Curriculum Teacher for one of our Preschool classrooms. If you believe in a child‑centered, play‑based curriculum that links social emotional competency with early academic learning, and are passionate about shaping a dynamic and developmentally appropriate curriculum, we invite you to join our collaborative team.

A successful candidate will have a solid understanding of early childhood development and the unique needs of three‑ to four‑year‑old children.

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate, inquiry‑based, and play‑centered curriculum.
• Integrate themes of social justice, environmental awareness, and cultural diversity into daily lessons and activities.
• Create learning opportunities that foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Cultivate a warm, inclusive, and safe classroom environment where children feel valued and respected.
• Organize and maintain engaging, accessible learning centers and materials that encourage exploration and independence.
• Support children’s social‑emotional development through positive guidance and conflict‑resolution strategies.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and colleagues.
• Conduct ongoing, authentic observations of student growth and document developmental milestones.
• Use formative assessments to tailor instruction and support individual learning styles and needs.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers, specialists, and administration to ensure cohesive and integrated learning experiences.
• Participate in regular team meetings, reflective practice sessions, and school committees.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning, including workshops, reading, and reflective dialogue.

• Associate’s degree and/or Early Childhood Education credential accepted;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years professional experience in an early childhood or school setting developing and implementing curriculum.
• A successful candidate will enjoy developing rich trusting relationships with young children: have strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills; be creative and flexible; possess positive energy; take direction well; be quick to learn.
• This is a year‑round, full‑time position.
  
  Hours:
  
  9 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, September to August.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must clear full background check and pass health screening.
• Must be available to work between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm.

• Connecticut Childcare CPR and First Aid training.

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Health Benefits
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Job‑Related Degree Reimbursement