Join The Discovery Village Team
At Discovery Village, our educators are at the heart of everything we do. They shape the environment, guide meaningful experiences, and help children uncover their natural abilities.
When you join our team, you become part of a community that celebrates curiosity, supports your growth, and treats you like family.
About Us
Discovery Village is a Reggio Emilia-inspired early learning center that serves children from infancy through Kindergarten. We create an environment that feels like a second home, where children can explore, question, imagine, and learn at their own pace.
Our classrooms are intentionally designed to spark inquiry and collaboration. We consistently evaluate and enhance our approach to ensure every child feels safe, valued, and excited to learn each day.
Why Educators Love Working at
Discovery Village
We believe that our team deserves a workplace that nurtures their well-being, supports their growth, and celebrates their accomplishments. Our benefits reflect our commitment to our team.
Pay & Financial Benefits
• Competitive pay
• Childcare discounts
• 401(k)
• FSA and Aflac options
Health & Protection
• Health insurance contributions
• Life insurance
• Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance
Time Off
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Birthday day off
Day-to-Day Perks
• Free parking
• Free uniform
• Easy public transport access
• Regular team events
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Our Mission and Core Values
At Discovery Village, our mission is to nurture a community where every child learns, grows, and is loved. Guided by the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, we see children as capable, curious, and creative learners who thrive through exploration, relationships, and meaningful connections. Together with families, we cultivate wonder, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning
We believe children grow strongest when they are trusted. We honor their ability to choose, try, and learn from real outcomes. This value asks us to step back when children can step forward, and to take ownership of our own work with the same confidence we hope to build in them.
We are a reflective school community. We slow down, ask questions, and look beneath the surface. As educators, we guide children to problem-solve and persist, and we hold ourselves to that same standard. We do not chase quick fixes. We look for thoughtful solutions that support long-term growth.
Respectful communication is the foundation of trust here. We listen fully, speak with kindness, and handle concerns directly and professionally. This value means we protect our culture from gossip, stay open to feedback, and model for children what it looks like to be honest and caring in relationships.
Compassion is how we keep children safe and help each other feel supported. We respond with empathy and patience, especially in hard moments. As Discovery Village employees, we assume positive intent, offer help when it is needed, and hold boundaries with warmth and respect.
We are a team, and our school belongs to all of us. This value asks every employee to take pride in our shared environment and to support the larger mission, not just one classroom. We keep spaces clean and inviting
Training and Professional
Development
Discovery Village invests heavily in educator growth. We believe that when teachers continue to learn, children benefit.
Your training opportunities may include:
4 paid professional development days
CPR and First Aid
EEC-required trainings
Deep-dive sessions on the Reggio Emilia philosophy
Classroom observation and coaching
Paid professional development hours
Tuition reimbursement
Our Current Vacancies
Reggio Emilia-Inspired Preschool Teacher
Position: Preschool Teacher
Ages: 2.9 to 5+ years
Type: Full Time, 40 hours per week
About the Role
We are looking for an educator who believes in the power of curiosity, creativity, and child-led learning. As a Preschool Teacher at Discovery Village, you will help create an inspiring environment where children explore meaningful projects, build strong relationships, and grow into confident learners.
What You Will Do
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, Reggio-inspired activities
• Create a warm, engaging, and organized classroom environment
• Encourage independence, problem-solving, and expressive communication
• Support children’s emotional, social, and cognitive growth
• Collaborate with families, colleagues, and the wider community
• Document learning through photos, observations, portfolios, and displays
• Maintain child evaluations every six months as required by EEC
• Ensure safety in classrooms, outdoor spaces, and shared areas
• Uphold Discovery Village’s mission, values, and educator expectations
What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree or some college coursework
• EEC certification and cleared background checks
• CPR and First Aid certification plus recent physical exam documentation
• Passion for or willingness to learn the Reggio Emilia philosophy
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• A gentle, nurturing, and child-centered approach
What Applicants Need To Know
Discovery Village follows all Massachusetts EEC regulations. To ensure the safety of every child, anyone applying for an educator position must complete the Background Record Check (BRC) process before employment is finalized.
The BRC Process Includes:
✔ Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI)
✔ Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI)
✔ Department of Children and Families (DCF) check
✔ State and national fingerprint checks
✔ National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR)
✔ Out-of-state checks when needed
We welcome EEC-certified teachers and educators who are in the process of earning their certification.
Work schedules may include set shifts or structured hours based on the needs of the center.
Reggio Emilia-Inspired Toddler Teacher
Position: Young Toddler Teacher
Ages: 1 year to 2.9 years
Type: Full Time, 40 hours per week
About the Role
We are looking for an educator who believes in the power of curiosity, creativity, and child-led learning. As a Toddler Teacher at Discovery Village, you will help create an inspiring environment where children explore meaningful projects, build strong relationships, and grow into confident learners.
What You Will Do
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, Reggio-inspired activities
• Create a warm, engaging, and organized classroom environment
• Encourage independence, problem-solving, and expressive communication
• Support children’s emotional, social, and cognitive growth
• Collaborate with families, colleagues, and the wider community
• Document learning through photos, observations, portfolios, and displays
• Maintain child evaluations every six months as required by EEC
• Ensure safety in classrooms, outdoor spaces, and shared areas
• Uphold Discovery Village’s mission, values, and educator expectations
What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree or some college coursework
• Experience with Reggio Emilia approach or willingness to learn
• EEC certification and cleared background checks
• CPR and First Aid certification plus recent physical exam documentation
• Passion for or willingness to learn the Reggio Emilia philosophy
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• A gentle, nurturing, and child-centered approach
What Applicants Need To Know
Discovery Village follows all Massachusetts EEC regulations. To ensure the safety of every child, anyone applying for an educator position must complete the Background Record Check (BRC) process before employment is finalized.
The BRC Process Includes:
✔ Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI)
✔ Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI)
✔ Department of Children and Families (DCF) check
✔ State and national fingerprint checks
✔ National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR)
✔ Out-of-state checks when needed
We welcome EEC-certified teachers and educators who are in the process of earning their certification.
Work schedules may include set shifts or structured hours based on the needs of the center.
Part-Time Floater Teacher or Assistant
Position: Infant/Toddler/Preschool Floater
Ages: Infant to 5+ years
Type: Part Time, 2pm - 6pm, Monday to Friday
About the Role
As a Floating Teacher, you will work as part of a team, educating and enriching the lives of all enrolled children and representing Discovery Village in a manner that supports our mission and our core values
What You Will Do
• Provide classroom coverage during teacher breaks, lunches, planning time, and absences to maintain safe ratios and smooth routines
• Move between classrooms as needed, supporting infants through pre-k, depending on daily staffing and center needs
• Assist lead and assistant teachers with supervision, learning activities, transitions, meals, toileting/diapering, and outdoor play
• Build warm, responsive relationships with children across multiple age groups, helping them feel safe and supported even when routines shift
• Step into ongoing classroom plans and follow the established schedule, behavior expectations, and teaching approach for each room
• Support small group and one-on-one learning, play, and skill-building under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Help set up, reset, and clean learning areas and materials throughout the day, including after meals and activities
• Model positive guidance, kind communication, and consistent expectations with children
• Communicate respectfully with classroom teachers to understand needs, priorities, and any child-specific supports
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing policies, including active supervision and proper sanitation practices
• Assist with arrival and dismissal routines as scheduled, ensuring children are safely transitioned and accounted for
• Contribute to a calm, helpful team culture by jumping in where needed and maintaining a solution-focused attitude
What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree or some college coursework
• Experience with Reggio Emilia approach or willingness to learn
• EEC certification and cleared background checks
• CPR and First Aid certification plus recent physical exam documentation
• Passion for or willingness to learn the Reggio Emilia philosophy
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• A gentle, nurturing, and child-centered approach
What Applicants Need To Know
Discovery Village follows all Massachusetts EEC regulations. To ensure the safety of every child, anyone applying for an educator position must complete the Background Record Check (BRC) process before employment is finalized.
The BRC Process Includes:
✔ Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI)
✔ Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI)
✔ Department of Children and Families (DCF) check
✔ State and national fingerprint checks
✔ National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR)
✔ Out-of-state checks when needed
We welcome EEC-certified teachers and educators who are in the process of earning their certification.
Work schedules may include set shifts or structured hours based on the needs of the center.
Ready To Join the
Discovery Village Team?
If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to work in a thoughtful, supportive, and creative environment, complete the form below to begin your application.
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