What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEAD TEACHER, HR Children's Center position at Boston University?
Category
Charles River Campus --> Professional
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26500503740427
Posted Date
6/1/2026
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$60,000.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$63,000.00
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
Charles River Campus --> Professional
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26500503740427
Posted Date
6/1/2026
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$60,000.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$63,000.00
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.
Salary : $63,000