Odyssey Early Learning Academy in Winthrop, MA is looking for warm, reliable, and enthusiastic educators to join our team for the Fall 2026 school year. We are hiring EEC Certified Teachers as well as Assistant Teachers who are passionate about working with young children in a supportive, team-oriented early childhood setting.
We are currently hiring for:
EEC Certified Teachers
Full-time positions available for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K classrooms. Candidates must be EEC Teacher certified or actively working toward certification.
Assistant Teachers
Full-time and part-time positions available. Afternoon shifts from 3:00–6:00 PM are available and are an excellent opportunity for responsible high school students interested in early childhood education, child development, or future teaching careers.
At Odyssey, we value work-life balance. Full-time teachers work four 10-hour days per week, giving each teacher a consistent weekday off while still maintaining full-time hours.
Why Join Odyssey?
Odyssey Early Learning Academy offers a welcoming, supportive environment where teachers are respected, children are loved, and classrooms work as a team. We are looking for staff who are dependable, nurturing, patient, and excited to help children learn, grow, and thrive.
Odyssey Early Learning Academy opened in 2016, and we are proud to have built a stable, long-standing team. Several of our staff members have been with us since our first year, with multiple other teachers reaching 8–9 years at Odyssey. Many others have been part of our program for 3, 5, 6, and 7+ years.
In an industry where turnover can be high, we are proud that so many educators have chosen to grow with us. Our staff longevity reflects the supportive environment, strong team culture, and work-life balance we value at Odyssey. Teachers are not just filling positions here, they are building careers, relationships, and a true school community.
We are also proud to have a diverse team, with many of our staff bilingual in English and Spanish. This helps us better support our children, families, and community while creating a welcoming environment for both English- and Spanish-speaking families.
What We Offer:
- Four-day full-time work week for teachers
- A weekday off each week
- Full-time and part-time scheduling options
- Available afternoon 3-6pm shifts ideal for high school students
- Supportive administration and team-based classrooms
- Opportunities for professional growth and EEC training
- Hands-on experience in a licensed early childhood program
- A positive school community with strong relationships between staff, children, and families
- Competitive pay based on position, certification, and experience
Teacher Responsibilities May Include:
- Providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment
- Supporting children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
- Planning and participating in age-appropriate activities
- Maintaining classroom routines, supervision, and safety
- Communicating positively with children, families, and co-workers
- Following EEC regulations and Odyssey policies
- Working collaboratively with co-teachers and administration
Assistant Teacher Responsibilities May Include:
- Supporting classroom teachers with daily routines and activities
- Helping with play, transitions, meals, cleanup, and supervision
- Engaging with children in a kind, patient, and positive way
- Following classroom expectations and safety procedures
- Being a dependable and helpful member of the classroom team
Ideal Candidates Are:
- Caring, reliable, and professional
- Patient and energetic with young children
- Able to work as part of a team
- Willing to learn and take direction
- Comfortable in a busy early childhood classroom
- Committed to creating a safe and positive environment for children
Requirements:
EEC Certified Teacher applicants should hold current Massachusetts EEC Teacher certification or be working toward certification.
Assistant Teacher applicants do not need to be EEC certified, but experience with children is a plus. High school students applying for afternoon shifts should be responsible, dependable, and interested in working with young children.
All candidates must meet applicable EEC hiring requirements.
Location: Odyssey Early Learning Academy, Winthrop, MA
Start: Fall 2026
Positions: Full-Time and Part-Time
Full Time Availability: 7:30am-6:00pm (4 days per week, changing weekly)
Part Time Afternoon Availability: 3:00pm–6:00pm
To apply, please send your resume or a brief message about your experience and availability to Odyssey Early Learning Academy.
Come grow with us and be part of a team that makes a difference every day!
Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
