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HCS Head Start, Inc.

Preschool Teacher

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $28.74–$30.18/hr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Springfield, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$43,127 / year median in Massachusetts

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Preschool Teacher HCS Head Start, Inc. - 3.7 Springfield, MA Job Details Full-time $28.74 - $30.18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Entry level Full Job Description

A STRONG COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS WHERE PASSION MEETS PURPOSE SIGN ON BONUS

= $3,000.00 Deadline for

Applications :

August 31, 2026, or until the position is filled. Preschool Teacher Successful candidate must - Provide EEC Lead Teacher Preschool Certification, EEC DI Certification, AND Possess an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR Be enrolled in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education or related field with an expected completion date within one year of hire

Starting Pay:

$28.74 - $30.18, depending on education and experience

Schedule:

40 hours per week; 52 weeks per week Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30+ hours per week) Birthday off with pay 13 paid holidays Paid sick, personal, vacation days 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match Education reimbursement Employee assistance program Health & dental insurance Employer-paid life insurance Employer-paid long-term disability insurance Unique in-classroom and in-agency support Embedded Professional Development Career-Growth Coaching & Support In-house Comprehensive Support Team helps teachers in all aspects of their work EOE/AA We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.