NEWTOWNE SCHOOL IS HIRING
Job: Classroom Co-Teacher
Newtowne School, a Reggio Emilia-inspired, family cooperative preschool in Cambridge, Massachusetts, seeks a classroom co-teacher to support child-centered, emergent curriculum for its Core (8:30-12:30) and Afternoon (12:30-3:30) programs. Our school consists of four classrooms that serve children aged 22 months to 5 years. This is an academic year position (September-June).
Newtowne School offers competitive starting salaries that are aligned with the Cambridge Public Schools (~$72K-$77K base). Benefits include health and dental contributions, paid sick days, a SIMPLE IRA plan with traditional and Roth options and a 3% employer match upon employment, discretionary budgets for classrooms, opportunities for continued learning and professional development, a collegial and open-minded faculty, and connection to an engaged and loving community of families.
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 25, 2025
Skills & Experience
The ideal candidates will have many of the following:
Massachusetts EEC Preschool or Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certification (both preferred) or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) in education, child development, or related field
At least 3 years of early childhood teaching experience
Proficiency in implementing inquiry-based curricula, with a focus on observation, reflection, and documentation
Dedication to anti-bias and anti-racist curriculum and commitment to teaching for social justice
Experience supporting students with special rights
Previous involvement in a cooperative preschool and/or navigating home-school partnerships
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
Excellent communication skills
Interest and/or experience in teacher mentorship.
About Newtowne School
Serving roughly 60 students from a wide range of life experiences, the Newtowne School’s mission is to provide a warm, caring environment that supports young children as active participants in their communities. We are committed to nurturing children’s self-confidence and love of learning, while helping them build meaningful relationships and engage with perspectives beyond their own. Our Reggio-inspired community is grounded in collaboration, with parents, teachers, and administrators working together to create a peaceful and supportive environment for children—both within the school and in the broader Cambridge community.