At Magical Beginnings Learning Centers, we believe high-quality early childhood education begins with passionate, caring educators who create meaningful learning experiences for children every day. We are currently seeking a professional, nurturing, and experienced Pre-K Teacher to join our early childhood education team at our center in West Peabody.
This opportunity is ideal for a dedicated early childhood educator who values structured learning, kindergarten readiness, social-emotional development, and creating a positive preschool classroom environment where children feel supported, confident, and excited to learn.
Our Pre-K Teachers play an essential role in preparing children for long-term academic success through engaging curriculum, strong classroom leadership, and warm, responsive interactions with children and families.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about early childhood education and child development
- Experienced in preschool or pre-kindergarten classroom leadership
- Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
- Warm, patient, and genuinely caring with children and families
- Knowledgeable in developmentally appropriate classroom practices and Massachusetts EEC regulations
What You'll Do
As a Pre-K Teacher, you will lead a structured and engaging preschool classroom focused on school readiness, hands-on learning, and social-emotional growth while maintaining a safe and nurturing childcare environment.
Daily responsibilities may include:
- Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate pre-kindergarten curriculum and classroom activities aligned with Massachusetts early childhood education standards
- Creating a nurturing, engaging, and organized preschool classroom environment that promotes kindergarten readiness and positive child development
- Leading daily classroom routines including circle time, learning centers, meals, outdoor play, rest time, and classroom transitions
- Supporting children’s cognitive, social, emotional, language, and physical development through play-based and structured learning experiences
- Supervising children throughout the school day while maintaining active engagement, classroom management, and safe teacher-to-child ratios
- Building strong relationships and open communication with families regarding student progress, classroom activities, and developmental milestones
- Collaborating with Assistant Teachers and center leadership to maintain a positive and supportive childcare team environment
- Maintaining classroom cleanliness, organization, and sanitization in accordance with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and health and safety standards
- Preparing lesson plans, classroom materials, and educational activities that encourage creativity, independence, and exploration
- Ensuring compliance with all Massachusetts EEC regulations, center policies, and early childhood education quality standards
What You'll Need to Succeed
Qualified candidates should meet the following requirements:
- Must meet Massachusetts EEC requirements for a Preschool/Pre-K Teacher position
- Previous experience working in a preschool, pre-kindergarten, daycare, or early childhood education setting required
- EEC Lead Teacher Certification required
- CDA, Associate’s Degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Strong understanding of child development, classroom management, and developmentally appropriate practices
- Ability to create a positive, nurturing, and structured learning environment for preschool-aged children
- Strong communication, professionalism, teamwork, and organizational skills
- Ability to actively engage with children throughout the day, including sitting on the floor, bending, lifting, and participating in indoor and outdoor activities
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all required Massachusetts background checks and EEC requirements.
If you’re an experienced and caring early childhood educator who is passionate about helping preschool children learn, grow, and prepare for kindergarten success, we’d love to hear from you.
At Magical Beginnings,
With Care, We Care. Apply today to join our West Peabody preschool teaching team!
About Magical Beginnings
Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement—and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.
Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
