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Job Description

Part Time Lead Teacher
Half-Day Preschool/Pre-K Program

Position Overview
We are a community who firmly believes it takes a village to raise and educate our children.
Maple Village is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to serve as Lead Teacher for
our half-day preschool-Pre K program in the small town of Dunstable. Located in the heart of
town, we have the warmth of a family and a 30-year legacy of providing high-quality education
to our local children! We are searching for a loving and creative individual with a passion for
early childhood education. This role requires strong leadership skills, and the ability to create a
nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
If this sounds like you, please come join our village!
Our preschool has been accredited for 35 years and cherished by our community. It is a non-
profit program licensed by the MA Department of Early Education and Care. The school serves
children ages 2.9 to 5 years old and includes one other teacher who will work alongside the
Lead Teacher.

Key Responsibilities
● Leadership and Management: Oversee the daily operations of the preschool program,
ensuring a safe, clean, and engaging environment for children and staff. Work with the
Executive Board and partner teacher to provide a quality educational program.
● Curriculum Development: Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that
meets the needs of all students, incorporating activities that promote social, emotional,
cognitive, and physical development.
● Teaching and Instruction: Lead classroom activities and instruction, providing hands-
on, interactive, and inclusive learning experiences for children. Serve as a role model,
using a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning
● Facilitate Collaboration: Provide guidance and support to the other teacher in the
program, fostering a cooperative and positive work environment.
● Parent Communication: Establish and maintain open, regular communication with
parents and caregivers, including conducting parent-teacher conferences and providing
updates on children's progress and achievements.
● Regulatory Compliance: Work with the Executive Board to ensure the program
complies with local, state, and federal regulations. Help maintain and prepare necessary
documentation and records for the MA Department of Early Education and Care
inspection, and implement any changes required due to EEC inspections.
● Professional Development: Pursue ongoing professional development opportunities to
stay current with best practices in early childhood education. **This position has the
advancement opportunity to become Director certified. Additional certification is
encouraged and available for reimbursement.**
● Administrative Duties: Preparing all paperwork for the start of the school year,
maintaining student files, booking field trips and special events, writing newsletters and
other informational forms, purchasing supplies and equipment for the classroom, and
working with the Treasurer to collect and record tuition payments.

Qualifications​
● Lead Teacher certification - required by the MA Department of Early Education and Care
● Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood education
● Strong understanding of child developmentally appropriate practices
● Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
● Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
● CPR and First Aid certification
● Ability to pass a background check

Compensation
This position is part-time with compensation at $27/hour with a possibility of a signing bonus.
The position is 23 hours per week aligning with the half-day preschool program schedule. The
preschool follows the public-school calendar, including paid holidays and school vacations. The
program does not operate during the summer months.

Application Process
Come join our Maple Village!
Candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter to
info.maplevillage@gmail.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.