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LEAD TEACHER HR Childrens Center

Boston University
  • BOSTON, MA
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    LEAD TEACHER, HR Children''s Center

    Category

    Charles River Campus --> Professional

    Job Location

    BOSTON, MA, United States

    Tracking Code

    26500503740427

    Posted Date

    6/1/2026

    Salary Grade

    Grade 45

    Expected Hiring Range Minimum

    $48,075.00

    Expected Hiring Range Maximum

    $60,000.00

    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University''s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

    Position Type

    Full-Time/Regular

    Center Philosophy The Children''s Centers philosophy is based on blending a variety of early childhood educational philosophies and approaches, including Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Constructivist. Children at the Center are viewed as active participants in their own learning, making choices and seeking out experiences that further their development. Educators at the Center strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports children as they learn and grow at their own pace through play-based and child-centered experiences. Educators at the Center believe in viewing each child as an individual, and they understand the importance of getting to know each child and meeting them where they are developmentally. Summary Description The Lead Teacher role has the primary responsibility of ensuring the safety and well-being of all the children in their classroom. In addition, the Lead Teachers role is to support the mission and philosophy of the Center, provide a nurturing, consistent, developmentally appropriate environment that meets the cognitive, emotional, social and physical needs of young children, develop and maintain family relationships, collaborate with co-teaching team, and take part in continuous professional development. The Lead Teacher must abide by all EEC licensing standards, and all policies and procedures set forth in the employee handbook.

    Required Skills

    • Lead Teacher Certified by MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC).
    • Bachelor''s degree or Associates Degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field.
    • Minimum 2 years of experience in an early childhood setting.
    • Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work cooperatively and communicate well with others.
    • Reliable and conscientious.
    • Computer skills (MS Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook, Kaymbu, COR Advantage).
    • Willingness to increase knowledge in the field.
    • Certificate of CPR and first aid training (recommended).
    • Organized, ability to multitask.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Attentive to confidentiality of records and other information.

    We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBOSTON, MA
    IndustryEducation
    Company Size1 to 9 employees
    Websitehttp://www.bu.edu/

    About Company

    Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world. As a Boston University employee you will be part of a dynamic community where every individual is valued. You'll reap the rewards of being on a college campus, such as direct access to the heart of the education and research community and a myriad of opportunities to help create a positive impact on our students' educational experiences. Education thrives in Boston, and working here – at one of the largest employers in the city – will give you the opportunity to contribute to our mission and work with some of the most experienced educators and staff in the nation.

    Skills

    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Child Developmentunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Early Childhood Educationunmatched
    • First Aidunmatched
    • Geneticsunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Licensingunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Militaryunmatched
    • Montessori Methodunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Philosophyunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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