Assistant and Lead Teacher

Temple Beth Shalom Children’s Center in Needham is seeking dedicated educators to join our year-round early childhood program. Whether you are starting your career as an Assistant Teacher, continuing as a Teacher, or bringing experience as a Lead Teacher, we welcome you to apply. Our community is rooted in Jewish values, but we are inclusive of all backgrounds. Families and staff of many different faiths, cultures, and traditions are part of our school, and we are united in our commitment to nurturing young children through play-based learning in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have a love for working with young children and a desire to create joyful, engaging classroom experiences. Specific qualifications vary by role:

• Assistant Teacher: Some experience working with young children in a group setting preferred
• Teacher: Prior classroom teaching experience required; ECE certification is strongly preferred (and we will pay for certification if not already obtained)
• Lead Teacher: Significant classroom teaching experience, ECE certification, and leadership skills to guide classroom planning and collaboration

Responsibilities:

• All of our teaching team members share a commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. Depending on role, responsibilities may include:
• Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum
• Supporting children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Partnering with families to build strong school-to-home connections
• Collaborating with fellow teachers and administrators to foster a positive team environment
• Maintaining a safe and organized classroom space
• Mentoring and supporting colleagues (Lead Teacher role)

What We Offer:

Temple Beth Shalom is proud to provide a supportive, welcoming environment where educators can thrive. Our benefits include:

• Competitive pay with a transparent salary model (starting at $49,500–$51,500 for teachers, with additional pay based on education, certification, and experience; pay adjusted for Assistant and Lead roles accordingly)
• Full support to obtain your ECE certification – we cover the cost
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Health benefits
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive team culture

If you are excited to help young children learn and grow while working in a diverse and supportive community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career at Temple Beth Shalom Children’s Center.