Current Job Opportunities

Open positions are listed below for the 2026 - 2027 school year!

We Are Hiring!

Chelsea Children’s Cooperative Preschool is looking for caring, dependable people who enjoy working with young children and families in a warm, play-based preschool setting.

Our school is a small, community-centered cooperative preschool where teachers, parents, and children work together. These are part-time, school-year positions, September through May, with a supportive board and involved families.

Open Positions

Program Administrator

Schedule:
Monday & Wednesday: 8:00 AM–1:30 PM
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
September–May

The Program Administrator oversees daily operations during preschool hours and helps keep the school running smoothly.

This position may be held by a lead teacher, teacher aide, program parent, or community member with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Lead Teacher Morning 3s

Schedule:
Two mornings per week, 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
September–May

The Lead Teacher for Morning 3s leads the class, plans a play-based curriculum, and builds warm, positive relationships with students and families.

Lead Teacher Morning 4s

Schedule:
Three mornings per week, 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
September–May

Optional extension program contract available from 11:00 AM–1:30 PM.

The Lead Teacher for Morning 4s leads the class, plans a play-based curriculum, and helps children grow in confidence, independence, and readiness for kindergarten.

This May Be a Good Fit If You:

  • Enjoy working with preschool-aged children

  • Value play-based learning

  • Are dependable, patient, and kind

  • Communicate well with families

  • Are looking for meaningful part-time work during the school year

  • Have experience in early childhood education, teaching, childcare, or working with young children

Interested?

Please email president@chelseacoop.org with the position you are interested in and a brief note about your background. A resume is welcome if you have one.

Not sure whether you qualify? Please reach out anyway — we would be happy to talk with you!