EEC Certified Preschool Teacher

Make a Difference. Inspire Young Minds. Grow With Us!

Empower Early Learning Enrichment Center, a nonprofit, NAEYC-accredited educational child care program located in Canton, MA, is looking for a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team!

As part of Empower LGA, Inc., a well-established human services agency with more than 45 years of service to children, adults, and families throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children while growing professionally in a supportive and collaborative environment.

At Empower, we believe great educators do more than teach — they inspire, nurture, encourage, and help children discover the world around them. If you have a genuine love for working with young children and are looking for a rewarding career with a team that values your contributions, we would love to meet you!

What you'll do

As a Preschool Teacher, you'll help create an engaging, nurturing classroom where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Working alongside a team of dedicated educators, you will:

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate curriculum that promotes children's social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development.
• Build meaningful, positive relationships with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Observe children's progress and prepare thoughtful child evaluations.
• Create a welcoming, organized, and well-planned classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, independence, and a love of learning.
• Co-run the classroom with fellow educators and collaborate as a team to provide a consistent, engaging, and supportive learning environment.
• Support children's individual interests, talents, and developmental needs.
• Foster children's growth and development through meaningful learning experiences and positive interactions.
• Partner with families and colleagues to ensure children receive the support and encouragement they need to learn, grow, and thrive.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and help children develop social, emotional, and life skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that reflects the needs and interests of the children in your care.

What we're looking for

We're looking for enthusiastic, dependable, and nurturing educators who bring a positive, can-do attitude to the classroom each day. The ideal candidate:

• Has a genuine love of children and a caring, nurturing demeanor.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Is reliable, motivated, and enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team, with the ability to confidently co-run a classroom.
• Is organized, creative, and dedicated to helping children learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
• Takes pride in contributing to a well-planned, engaging, and enriching early childhood program.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, initiative, and a genuine passion for early childhood education.

Requirements

• EEC Preschool Teacher Certification required; certification must be provided.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a licensed EEC preschool classroom.
• Experience planning and implementing curriculum and preparing child evaluations.
• Knowledge of child development and a strong commitment to early childhood education.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required; support is available to obtain certification.

Why Join Empower?

Our beautifully designed center provides an enhanced classroom and learning environment where educators can do what they do best — teach, inspire, nurture, and connect with children.

With over 45 years of experience, Empower LGA, Inc. is a trusted human services agency serving adults, children, and families throughout Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, and Norfolk counties. Joining Empower means becoming part of an established organization committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.

Through our Learn. Grow. Act. philosophy, we encourage employees to continue learning, develop their skills, take on new responsibilities, and grow professionally. You'll be part of a dedicated, collaborative, and talented team where your ideas, creativity, and contributions are valued.

Benefits include:

· Employer-sponsored Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental insurance starting on Day 1

· Employer-sponsored Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· 403(b) Safe Harbor Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions

· Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· Health Savings Account (HSA)

· Paid 2-5 weeks of paid vacation based on tenure

· 13 paid holidays

· 6 paid sick days

· 5 paid personal days

· 3 paid professional development days

· Paid meal break within your 8-hour shift

· All first-time, eligible (30 hours or more) hires receive a sign-on bonus

· Reimbursement for continued professional development in early childhood

· Company-sponsored training and support

· Opportunities for professional growth within the organization

· A rewarding opportunity to collaborate with a talented and dedicated team of professionals

· Monday through Friday schedule 9:30 – 5:30 NO WEEKENDS!

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for more than just a teaching job — if you're looking for a place where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and you can make a lasting impact on young lives — we invite you to apply!

Bring your passion, share your talents, and grow with Empower while helping us create meaningful learning experiences for children every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer; Empower LGA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to age, race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, and complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• teaching in childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Early Education and Care (EEC) Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person