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Preschool Teacher jobs in Boston, MA
Preschool teachers guide young children through play-based learning, early literacy and numeracy, and social development, while keeping classrooms safe and families informed.
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Position Summary: Salary: $22-$25/hour (EEC Lead Qualified Teacher) | Hours: 8:00-4:00, Monday - Friday Benefits: Medical, Dental... ...our team as a full time co-teacher for our Reggio-inspired Preschool. Candidates see…
Job Description Job Description Preschool After School Lead Teacher Do you want to work in fun, and engaging environment!? The Preschool Afterschool Program at the Malden ELC YMCA program is the place for you! Our progra…
$47.94k - $53.04k
Description JCC Greater Boston is seeking a dedicated and experienced Early Learning Center Certified Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our team. As an Early Learning Center Certified Infant/Toddler Teacher, you will have t…
$47.94k - $53.04k
MA, is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Certified Toddler Teacher to join our team. This position provides you with an opportunity... ...with interest in working with other age groups (infants, preschool, pre-K) or…
$50k - $55k
Temple Emanuel Preschool | Full-Time Salary: $50,000–$55,000 annually, plus comprehensive benefits Start Date: August 24, 2026... ...Preschool is seeking an experienced, EEC-certified Lead Toddler Teacher to work primari…
We are seeking a caring, energetic, and EEC-licensed Early Education Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that supports children's social, emotion…
potential, and we are committed to nurturing that potential every day. We are seeking a warm, thoughtful, and collaborative Toddler Teacher to join our exceptional early childhood team. Working alongside a co-teacher in…
$25 per hour
warm, engaging childcare person to support Religious Exploration on Sunday mornings, along with occasional additional events. The teacher, along with an assistant, cares for the youngest children, newborn to age three. T…
$24.5 - $26 per hour
sanctuaries. Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org. About This Position Habitat Nature Preschool is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher! The Lead Preschool Teacher is the primary early childhood educ…
Overview: Are you passionate about working with young children and helping them learn, explore, develop and achieve their maximum potential? Do you want to join a team of motivated educators and want to play a critical r…
collaborative culture, environment, and tools they need to be successful in their respective roles. Role Summary: The Lead Preschool Teacher at The Goddard School - Milton will have the exciting opportunity to lead a gro…
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What preschool teachers earn in Boston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $18–$24 | $38k–$49k |
| Mid level | $22–$28 | $46k–$59k |
| Senior | $26–$36 | $55k–$74k |
Adjusted for the Boston market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Play-based curriculumChild development knowledgePositive behavior guidanceClassroom routinesDevelopmental observationParent communicationHealth and safety complianceWarmth and patience
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you handle a child having a tantrum during circle time?
Show calm, developmentally informed responses: staying near, naming the feeling, keeping others engaged, and following up rather than punishing.
What does a good day in your classroom look like?
Walk through the rhythm: arrival, free play, small groups, outdoor time, rest. Emphasize predictable routines with room for children's interests.
How do you support early literacy and math without worksheets?
Give playful examples: read-alouds, rhyming games, counting during snack, pattern blocks. Show you embed learning in play deliberately.
How do you communicate with parents, especially about concerns?
Describe daily positive touchpoints so hard conversations have a foundation, and sharing specific observations rather than labels.
What would you do if you suspected a child was being neglected or abused?
Know your mandated reporter duty: document observations and report through the required channel promptly. This is a non-negotiable answer.
How do you handle biting or hitting between children?
Show a standard approach: attend to the hurt child first, teach the alternative behavior, watch for patterns and triggers, and inform both families per policy.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For preschool teachers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your CDA credential, early childhood education degree or units, and current CPR and first aid certification.
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Name the curricula and frameworks you have taught, such as Creative Curriculum, HighScope, Montessori, or Reggio-inspired.
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Include state licensing requirements you already meet, like background clearance and required training hours, to speed hiring.
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Note the age groups you have led and your group sizes and ratios, since directors staff to strict ratio rules.
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Mention assessment and communication tools you use, such as Teaching Strategies GOLD or Brightwheel.
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