Preschool Teacher, Toddler Classroom (15m-2yrs 9m) - Full Time

Job Description

Preschool Teacher, Toddler Classroom (15m-2yrs 9m) - Full Time

Dedham Community House Preschool
Hours & Schedule: Full Time, 40 hrs p/w, Mon-Fri
Location: Dedham, MA

Salary: Starting at $23-$27 per hour based on certification, education, and experience

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to work in a warm, collaborative, community-centered environment, we would love to meet you.

The DCH Preschool is seeking a full-time Toddler Teacher to join our growing program. We are expanding our preschool services to better support working families throughout Dedham and the surrounding communities.

For more than 50 years, the DCH Preschool has provided children with a nurturing, play-based learning environment rooted in curiosity, exploration, creativity, and connection. Located on the beautiful campus of the Dedham Community House, our preschool is tucked behind a historic mansion and surrounded by unique outdoor learning spaces designed to inspire imagination and discovery.

Children explore two playgrounds, a butterfly garden, music wall, mud kitchen, pebble harp, outdoor learning spaces, and nearly 2,200 square feet of indoor gym space for movement and play year-round.

Our philosophy is play-based, developmentally appropriate, and centered around emergent curriculum. We believe children learn best through hands-on experiences, meaningful relationships, and responsive teaching.

At DCH, you are more than a teacher. You are part of a nonprofit community organization serving children and families through preschool, camp, aquatics, events, and community programs.



Why Join DCH Preschool?

$1,000 sign-on bonus
Competitive pay
Supportive and collaborative team culture
50% employee discount on preschool tuition
Discounts on DCH summer camp, pool memberships, and programs
Health insurance with employer contribution
Dental insurance with employer contribution
Vision insurance available
Life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Paid professional development opportunities
Convenient on-site parking
Easy access from Routes 95, 128, 1, 1A, and 109
Minutes from MBTA bus routes
Responsibilities

Create a warm, safe, nurturing classroom environment
Support the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of toddlers
Implement play-based and developmentally appropriate curriculum experiences
Observe and document children’s growth and development
Maintain positive communication with families
Collaborate closely with teaching team members and leadership
Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and safety standards
Support children with routines including toileting, meals, transitions, and rest time
Participate in staff meetings and professional development
Follow all EEC regulations and DCH Preschool policies
Qualifications

EEC Teacher Certification required
Experience working with toddlers preferred
Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Flexible, dependable, and team-oriented
Passion for early childhood education and relationship-based teaching
Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week
8-hour shifts scheduled between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM