Preschool Lead Teacher

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Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance

Preschool Lead Teacher- EEC Certified

Location: The Learning Experience- Andover, MA

Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

About the Opportunity

Are you a Massachusetts EEC-qualified Preschool Lead Teacher looking for a classroom where you can make a real difference?

The Learning Experience- Andover is hiring an experienced Preschool Lead Teacher who loves helping children learn, build confidence, and prepare for kindergarten.

We're looking for a caring, creative educator who is ready to take ownership of their classroom, lead engaging learning experiences, and help children develop the independence, friendships, and foundational skills they need to thrive.

As a Preschool Lead Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to guide your classroom, collaborate with fellow educators, and build meaningful relationships with children and families.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily classroom activities, routines, and learning experiences for preschool-aged children

• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons

• Support early literacy, math, science, language, and social-emotional development

• Create hands-on learning experiences through art, music, movement, and purposeful play

• Encourage kindergarten readiness, independence, problem-solving, and positive peer relationships

• Maintain consistent classroom routines and use positive behavior guidance

• Observe developmental milestones and maintain required classroom documentation

• Guide, mentor, and collaborate with Assistant Teachers

• Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families

• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom

• Follow Massachusetts EEC licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• Must currently meet Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Preschool Lead Teacher qualification requirements

• Previous professional preschool or early childhood education classroom experience required

• Previous Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience preferred

• Strong understanding of preschool development, kindergarten readiness, and developmentally appropriate teaching practices

• Experience implementing curriculum and maintaining classroom documentation

• Strong classroom management, communication, and teamwork skills

• Patient, dependable, organized, and passionate about early childhood education

• Must meet applicable background screening and regulatory requirements

What We Offer

• $23.00-$25.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule

• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees

• Paid time off

• 401(k) with available company match

• Paid training and professional development

• Employee childcare discount

• Opportunities for career advancement

Apply Today

If you're an EEC-qualified Preschool Lead Teacher who enjoys creating meaningful learning experiences and helping young children build confidence, we'd love to meet you!

Join The Learning Experience- Andover and help create a classroom where children love to learn and teachers love to teach.

The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.

The Learning Experience- Andover, MA

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE, we've created a full cast of characters that become our little learners' educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.