What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Lead Teacher - Classroom Support position at Town of Brookline?
Lead Teacher Classroom Support
Recreation Department Early Learning Center
Pay: $28.57 $30.01/hour
Schedule: 30 hours/week (fully benefited)
The Town of Brookline is seeking a Lead Teacher Classroom Support to join our vibrant Early Education Program at the Soule Early Childhood Center, a beautiful facility featuring spacious indoor and outdoor play areas designed to inspire young learners.
We are looking for a dedicated educator to support toddler and preschool classrooms (ages 12 months to 5 years) by providing coverage, maintaining ratios, and assisting with curriculum delivery. If youre passionate about fostering a warm, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment that helps children thrive cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physicallyand enjoy variety in your day-to-day workthis is the role for you!
Why Join Us
- Enjoy a consistent 30-hour workweek that offers work-life balance without sacrificing benefits
- Work in a supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven team environment
- Teach in a high-quality early childhood setting that values professional development
- Opportunities to experience the variety and flexibility of supporting multiple classrooms across age groups
- A competitive hourly wage of $28.57 to $30.01 and great benefits.
What Youll Do
- Provide classroom coverage across toddler and preschool rooms for staff absences, breaks, and ratio support
- Follow curriculum guidance from Lead Teachers and adapt to the specific needs of each age group
- Serve as designated Lead Teacher when assigned, including implementing curriculum, ensuring child safety, and supporting classroom management
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
- Support transitions, peer relationships, and positive guidance strategies
- Observe child development and contribute to classroom assessments and parent communication
- Collaborate with teaching teams and attend staff meetings and professional development
- Assist with classroom setup, cleanup, and curriculum materials
Qualifications
- EEC Lead Teacher certification required
- Minimum of 2 years experience as an Early Childhood Educator or equivalent combination of education and experience (Associates degree or higher preferred)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- CPR and First Aid certification required
- Valid MA driver's license (Class D) preferred
- Passion for child development, play-based learning, and supporting families
Apply Now: If youre ready to take on a key role in supporting our Early Learning program, please apply today with your resume and letter of interest. Position open until closed.
Salary : $29 - $30
