Lead Toddler Daycare Teacher

Little Sprouts•Boston, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US is seeking a Lead Certified Teacher to create and role-model a safe, nurturing, sustainable learning environment across a suite of classrooms. The teacher designs and implements high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum, guides the teaching team, and models sustainable education practices that support children’s learning and long-term well-being. The role is suited to an educator committed to personal growth in school leadership and is guided by Sustainable Education®, research-informed practice, and the company’s HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition. The position leads classroom organization, instruction, routines, and safety practices; supports staff supervision, hiring, training, coaching, and feedback; and may act as a management representative when the School Director and Assistant Director are absent. The teacher supervises and supports children’s development, reports suspected abuse or neglect as a mandated reporter, builds family and community partnerships, and collaborates with colleagues on curriculum, classroom quality, and sustainability initiatives. The school operates year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The work takes place in an active classroom and collaborative school environment, with movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces and possible support for daily school opening and closing responsibilities. The role involves prolonged standing and walking, frequent changes of position, lifting up to 30 pounds, floor-level interaction with children, outdoor-play supervision, and the ability to respond to emergencies and follow safety procedures. Employees must complete a background check required by the Department of Early Education and Care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Commitment to sustainable education practices and environmental stewardship.
Active certification as required by state licensing.
Experience teaching young children in a childcare or educational setting.
Knowledge of child development, curriculum design, and classroom safety standards.
Ability to lead classroom operations and mentor support staff.
Ability to complete a background check required by the Department of Early Education and Care.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, including up to 75 percent of the workday; transition among sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting; and safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds.
Ability to sit on the floor and engage at children’s eye level, participate in age-appropriate activities, supervise outdoor play, and respond safely to emergencies.
Ability to work in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Experience integrating sustainability, nature-based learning, or eco-conscious practices into classroom settings.
Specialized training in early learning curriculum, child assessment, or instructional leadership.

Responsibilities

Design and implement daily lesson plans and learning experiences aligned with developmentally appropriate practice and sustainable education principles.
Lead classroom culture, organization, and routines that encourage respect, exploration, environmental responsibility, mindful material use, and stewardship.
Maintain a safe, organized, eco-minded learning environment and model effective safety and instructional practices for the teaching team.
Assist with the supervision and direction of school staff, including contributing to hiring, training, coaching, and performance feedback.
Act as a management representative in the absence of the School Director and Assistant Director, supporting leadership of the overall school program.
Supervise children during learning activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor exploration.
Recognize, document, and immediately report suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment as a mandated reporter under state law.
Observe and document children’s development to guide instruction and support their holistic growth.
Build trusting relationships with families through consistent, professional communication; lead or participate in conferences, family events, and community learning opportunities.
Maintain required certifications and participate in ongoing training, including sustainability-focused professional learning.
Collaborate with colleagues to improve classroom systems, curriculum implementation, and school sustainability initiatives.
Coach and support Assistant Teachers in instructional practices and environmentally responsible classroom routines.

Benefits

Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on the first day of employment.
Free First Stop Health membership with 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
401(k) retirement plan with an annual discretionary employer match contribution.
Optional life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and the CHILD Conference.
Paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
Pet insurance and other lifestyle and fringe benefits.