TEACHER - PRE-K - SY 26-27
Lawrence Public Schools · Lawrence, MA · 2 days ago
Training$62k–$95k/yrFull-time
About the role
Rollins Early Childhood is seeking exceptional teachers to join our team who possess a growth mindset, value collaboration and continuous feedback, are passionate about their content, and have an unwavering belief that all students are capable of meeting rigorous academic expectations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that promote literacy education, math skills, and overall child development
- Use play-based, hands-on, and inquiry-based learning strategies
- Utilize behavior management strategies to guide children's behavior and promote positive interactions
- Foster literacy, numeracy, fine/gross motor skills, and social-emotional development
- Create a safe, nurturing, and organized classroom environment
- Encourage cooperation and respect among children
- Establish clear routines, expectations, and positive behavior strategies
- Observe and assess student development in cognitive, social, and physical areas
- Maintain records of individual student progress
- Use assessment results to adapt instruction to meet students' needs
- Collaborate with assistants, special education staff, and administrators
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff to ensure a school-parent partnership for the benefit of each child's learning experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Understanding of early childhood developmental stages (cognitive, physical, social, emotional)
- Awareness of developmental milestones and red flags
- Knowledge of early literacy and numeracy foundations
- Techiques for managing behavior in young children
- Understanding of positive discipline and conflict resolution
- Awareness of how to support children with special needs and English language learners
- Knowledge of hygiene practices, food safety, and recognizing signs of illness or abuse
- Strategies for building positive relationships with families
- Ability to clearly communicate with young children, parents, and colleagues
- Active listening and conflict resolution
Qualifications & Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred; appropriate Massachusetts DESE licensure required-this includes a passing score on the Communication and Literacy - Skills test and a passing score on the relevant subject matter knowledge test(s)
- Teachers should hold an SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) endorsement
- A minimum of two years teaching experience in a school setting serving a similar demographic preferred, but not required
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Work Year/Position Details
Full Time
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.
Position
328364011
Location
ROLLINS EARLY CHILDHOOD
Posting End
08/31/2026
SALARY RANGE
$61,788.00-$94,614.00