Preschool Teacher

Dovely Part Time & Full Time Preschool Teacher

Dovely is seeking a passionate and nurturing Preschool Teacher to join our Jamaica Plain center opening in late August/early September. The ideal candidate will bring warmth, creativity, and professionalism to their teaching practice while fostering the physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual growth of preschool-aged children. Preschool Teachers at Dovely’s Jamaica Plain location will be responsible for the day-to-day preschool classroom management and operation. Teachers will report directly to the Center Director.

Job Type & Start Date

• Job Type: Part Time (20-40 hours/week)
• Location: In person, 440 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
• Start Date: Late August / Early September 2025

Benefits

• $17 - $19 per hour
• Paid Time Off & Sick Time
• Paid training and orientation
• Reimbursement for 50% of monthly health insurance premium (up to $350/month)
• Opportunity to shape the future of a mission driven childcare center

Qualifications

• Deeply believes in and desires to further Dovely’s mission of increasing accessible childcare and growth potential jobs for refugees and the broader community.
• Comfortable executing Dovely’s faith based curriculum
• Meet EEC qualifications for Preschool Teacher as described in Code of Massachusetts Regulations 606 section 7

Key Responsibilities

• Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with faith-based values created by the Center Director.
• Foster a warm, inclusive classroom environment where all children feel safe and valued.
• Promote children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play-based learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff grounded in respect and empathy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress and share insights with families.
• Mentor and supervise classroom Assistant Teachers
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and community-building activities.
• Comply with EEC (Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care) licensing regulations and center policies.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person