Open Positions
- •Loves and respects every child
- •Dedicated to creating safe and fun environments for all children
- •Passion for learning, the arts, STEM activities and outdoor exploration
- •Flexible, collaborative, and active with children and colleagues
- •Teacher or Lead Teacher certified
- •Spanish required · English strongly preferred
- •Paid holidays, PTO, and paid vacations
- •Professional development — during and outside school hours (overtime paid)
- •Annual education stipend
- •Hands-on, supportive director and administration
- Co-lead a Kindergarten classroom in partnership with another lead teacher, modeling deep collaboration, shared decision-making, and reflective practice.
- Design and implement inquiry-based, hands-on learning experiences rooted in the Reggio Emilia philosophy.
- Create a warm, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that fosters curiosity, independence, and collaboration.
- Integrate art, music, STEM, and outdoor exploration—including the nearby Emerald Necklace—into daily learning.
- Build strong partnerships with families through consistent communication, shared documentation of learning, and opportunities for family involvement.
- Contribute to the development of school-wide traditions, rituals, and practices as a founding team member.
- Participate in ongoing professional learning and reflective practice with colleagues.
- Support the school’s commitment to equity and intentional diversity by honoring the identities, cultures, and experiences of all children and families.
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Massachusetts teaching license (Early Childhood) strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in early childhood or elementary settings; experience with progressive, Reggio Emilia, or inquiry-based approaches strongly valued.
- Enthusiasm for co-teaching and demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and working with families from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and reflective practice skills.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and flexibility to thrive in a start-up school environment.
- Be part of a founding team building a school from the ground up.
- Shape classroom practices and school traditions in alignment with progressive values.
- Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment with a dedicated teaching partner.
- Competitive compensation and benefits, with opportunities for growth as the school expands.
Summer Program Teacher (June 14-August 7) with option to continue on into school year
- 4- or 8-week summer commitment (June 15–August 7)
- Opportunity to continue into the 2026–27 school year
- Work hours: 8:45am - 4:15pm
- Infant, Toddler & Preschool classrooms (ages 8 weeks–7 years)
- Play-based, Reggio-inspired, outdoor-focused program
- Art, sensory, nature & community-centered days
- $18–$35/hour based on experience & certifications
- Paid hours toward EEC certification, internship or practicum
- High school & college students encouraged to apply
Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
Classroom Co-Teachers, working in two-person teaching teams, are responsible for creating and maintaining a nurturing, play-based learning environment, curriculum development, evaluating and documenting each student’s growth, working collaboratively with other teachers, and ensuring regular family communication throughout the year. Additional responsibilities include attending faculty meetings and professional development, as well as other duties as assigned by the administration.
How to apply
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two references to our Hiring Chair at hiring@newtowneschool.org. An in-person demonstration lesson will be requested for all finalists and teachers must clear a full background check before beginning to work in classrooms.
Newtowne School is committed to building and sustaining a diverse early education workforce. Teachers from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Start Date: August 24, 2026
Skills & Experience
The ideal candidates will have many of the following:
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Massachusetts EEC Preschool or Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certification (both preferred) or equivalent
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Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) in education, child development, or related field
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At least 3 years of early childhood teaching experience
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Proficiency in implementing inquiry-based curricula, with a focus on observation, reflection, and documentation
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Dedication to anti-bias and anti-racist curriculum and commitment to teaching for social justice
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Experience supporting students with special rights
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Previous involvement in a cooperative preschool and/or navigating home-school partnerships
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Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
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Excellent communication skills
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Interest and/or experience in teacher mentorship.
Teaching Fellows will be offered
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Funded M.A. degree
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Applied experience (part-time teaching) in classrooms
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Living stipend
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Benefit package with medical/dental/vision contributions, and flexible spending accounts for health, transit, & dependent care
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School vacation breaks (including gaps between school year and summer programs) and a bank of paid flexible time off
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Dedicated mentorship from experienced, Reggio-inspired practitioners
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Professional development and networking opportunities in early childhood professional groups
Strong applicants will possess many of the followinG
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B.A. degree in any field
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EEC preschool or infant/toddler teacher certification (or qualified to apply for EEC certification)
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Commitment to anti-bias and anti-racist education
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Commitment to supporting students with special rights using strengths-based, trauma-informed approaches
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Interest in Reggio Emilia-inspired and other progressive teaching practices
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Interest in cooperative models of education and home-school partnerships
Application details
There is a rolling application process for this Fellowship. Interested candidates should apply at their earliest convenience by sending a cover letter and resume to the school’s hiring committee (hiring@newtowneschool.org) with the subject line: Newtowne Teaching Fellowship Application - [applicant’s name]. In their cover letter, applicants should address the following question: ‘How does my identity play a role in the teaching and learning experiences that I am a part of?’. Please note that candidates will need to apply for a degree program separately. Fellowships will not be confirmed without proof of acceptance into an accredited M.A. program in Education, Child Development, or a related field. Fellows are expected to commit to working at Newtowne for the duration of the two-year fellowship (including two summers) and to complete their program of graduate study within two years.
Newtowne School is committed to building and sustaining a diverse early education workforce. Teachers from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
- Rigor
- Spark
- Heart
- Joy
- Belonging
- 3+ years of early childhood experience, ideally in an emergent or Reggio-inspired setting with 3 and/or 4 year-olds
- A contagious love for teaching, children, and nurturing students’ natural curiosity, instilling in them a lifelong passion for learning.
- Enthusiasm for designing and delivering creative, engaging lessons and theme-based projects.
- An entrepreneurial spirit coupled with an ambitious work ethic.
- Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, inclusive of empathy for others, thoughtful listening, team-orientation, and enthusiasm for collaborating with an Associate Teacher and other colleagues
- Ability to create a safe, joyous learning environment, inclusive of excellent classroom management strategies and skills.
- Ability to design and lead targeted, small-group instruction.
- Self-reflectiveness, humility, and an eagerness to continually improve one’s practice.
- A strong desire to remain in this role for 5+ years.
- A Bachelor’s Degree and current authorization to work in the United States is required.
- Rigor
- Spark
- Heart
- Joy
- Belonging
- 3+ years of elementary education experience.
- A contagious love for teaching, children, and nurturing students’ natural curiosity, instilling in them a lifelong passion for learning.
- Enthusiasm for designing and delivering creative, engaging lessons and theme-based projects.
- An entrepreneurial spirit coupled with an ambitious work ethic.
- Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, inclusive of empathy for others, thoughtful listening, team-orientation, and enthusiasm for collaborating with an Associate Teacher and other colleagues.
- Ability to create a safe, joyous learning environment, inclusive of excellent classroom management strategies and skills.
- Ability to design and lead targeted, small-group instruction.
- Self-reflectiveness, humility, and an eagerness to continually improve one’s practice.
- A Bachelor’s Degree and current authorization to work in the United States is required.
- Rigor
- Spark
- Heart
- Joy
- Belonging
- 3+ years of elementary education experience, ideally in a Third Grade classroom.
- A contagious love for teaching, children, and nurturing students’ natural curiosity, instilling in them a lifelong passion for learning.
- Enthusiasm for designing and delivering creative, engaging lessons and theme-based projects.
- An entrepreneurial spirit coupled with an ambitious work ethic.
- Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, inclusive of empathy for others, thoughtful listening, team-orientation, and enthusiasm for collaborating with an Associate Teacher and other colleagues
- Ability to create a safe, joyous learning environment, inclusive of excellent classroom management strategies and skills.
- Ability to design and lead targeted, small-group instruction.
- Self-reflectiveness, humility, and an eagerness to continually improve one’s practice.
- A strong desire to remain in this role for 5+ years.
- A Bachelor’s Degree and current authorization to work in the United States is required.
Job Posting
NOTE: This fee structure will begin in September 2019.
BARIN offers the service of posting Reggio-inspired jobs for individuals and schools.* This service includes displaying jobs on our website and social media pages. As we offer an ever growing menu of professional development for the community, BARIN’s Job Posting fees seek to cover our operating expenses and maintain our sustainability as an organization. With the goal of our services remaining accessible and open to all, please reach out if costs are prohibitive.
Our fee structure for Job Posting is as follows:
| Fee | Service |
| $25 | Individual job posting or single event promotion |
| $100 | Unlimited job postings and event promotion for a year. (This yearly fee covers from September through August.) |
| $250 | Unlimited job and event posting for a year, listing on website as a supporter, and a $150 donation to support individuals or organizations that are financially unable to participate in BARIN’s offerings (including scholarships to attend BARIN’s professional development events) |
*BARIN reserves the right to determine if a post if suitable for our community.
Send your job posting to bostonreggioinspiredstudygroup@gmail.com and include the link to the job posting or the job title, description, school logo / image (if available), and contact information.











