Employment Opportunities
PreK/Kindergarten Co-Teacher (Full-time, beginning August 2026)
The Center School is a progressive, independent day school (Toddler–8th grade) in Greenfield, MA, offering rigorous education for deep thinkers and creative spirits. We are a loving community that celebrates each child's unique personality, intelligence, and passion — balancing academic rigor with rich, joyful play. Our constructivist approach puts children at the center of their own learning, with teachers serving as guides and facilitators who co-construct knowledge alongside students. Social and emotional learning, a commitment to social justice, and deep respect for the full range of learning styles are woven into everything we do.
We are seeking a passionate, creative co-teacher to join our mixed-age PreK/Kindergarten classroom. This teacher will be a full and equal partner in a two-teacher team, sharing in the design and facilitation of an emergent, play-based curriculum that honors children's natural curiosity and sense of wonder. Our youngest learners spend ample time outdoors — including regular woods adventures — exploring materials, building, storytelling, cooking, and imagining together. The ideal candidate brings both warmth and pedagogical depth, and genuinely delights in the energy and magic of four- and five-year-olds.
The ideal candidate will:
Have a deep understanding of the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of PreK and Kindergarten-aged children
Bring experience with play-based and emergent curriculum, and the ability to follow children's interests while holding clear developmental goals
Thrive in a co-teaching model, sharing planning and responsibilities equitably and remaining genuinely open to collaboration and new ideas
Demonstrate a commitment to social justice, anti-bias education, and inclusive practice
Communicate skillfully and proactively with families, colleagues, and the broader school community — in both written and oral forms
Document student learning thoughtfully and use multiple means of assessment to understand and support each child
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Education or Early Childhood preferred
Minimum of three years of experience teaching PreK or Kindergarten-aged children
Experience supporting foundational literacy and early academic skills within a play-based framework
Commitment to ongoing professional development, including work related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Responsibilities:
Co-plan and co-teach a full daily program for a mixed-age PreK/K classroom, integrating academic, social-emotional, physical, and creative learning
Design and implement emergent, responsive curriculum grounded in The Center School's constructivist philosophy
Foster a warm, inclusive classroom community where every child feels known, valued, and excited to learn
Lead and participate in outdoor learning experiences, including regular time in our woods space
Observe, document, and assess student growth using multiple strategies; write narrative progress reports
Communicate regularly with families and participate in parent/guardian conferences
Collaborate with colleagues across the early childhood program and the broader school community
Participate actively in school-wide meetings, professional development, and community life
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter addressing your interest in this role and the Center School's mission, along with a resume and the names of three references, to Amanda Richard, Interim Co-Head of School, at a.richard@centerschool.net.
The Center School is committed to building a diverse, inclusive community and strongly encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to the racial, cultural, and lived-experience diversity of our school. To learn more about our program and values, visit centerschool.net.