The Community Group

08/25/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the Healey-Driscoll Administration for this important investment in expanding child care options for working families. Thank you for supporting The Community Group and the families we serve! 💙

Commissioner Amy Kershaw was thrilled to be in Gardner today to celebrate the inaugural grantees of the Employer Child Care Innovation Fund (ECCIF), alongside Education Secretary Steve Zrike, Labor and Workforce Development Secretary Lauren Jones, Economic Development Secretary Eric Paley, Gardner Mayor Michael J. Nicholson, state and local officials, program leaders, business and community partners, and, of course, the grantees. 🎉

Graciously hosted by Heywood Healthcare, the event was a great opportunity to hear more about the innovative projects and how employers can help address child care challenges. The pilots will also help identify promising approaches that could be adapted across the Commonwealth.

As we heard throughout the day, early education and care is not just a child care issue — it is a workforce development issue, critical to recruitment and retention, and an important economic driver across Massachusetts.

Read the press release: https://www.mass.gov/news/healey-driscoll-administration-highlights-2-million-to-expand-child-care-options-for-working-families

08/25/2026

Now enrolling at our Preschool! Providing compassionate, nurturing care for your child. 💛

https://www.thecommunitygroupinc.org/early-learning/child-care-centers/

08/25/2026

08/20/2026

🎉Congratulations to this week's Employee/Educator Spotlight, Monica Cabral! Monica has been part of The Community Group for nine years and serves as a Family Child Care Educator. Over the years, she has fostered a trusting relationship with children and their families, creating a safe and nurturing environment for all.

Thank you for all that you do, Monica! We appreciate your ongoing dedication to supporting our mission.

08/19/2026

Child Care Circuit attended North Andover's Family Resource Night last week, sharing child care resources and connecting with the North Andover community. Thank you for having us!

childcarecircuit.org

08/18/2026

📣Community Day Charter Public School is hiring! CDCPS is highlighting a few special roles for the upcoming 26-27 school year!

Some of the current open positions are:
Special Education Academic Evaluator
Paraprofessional
Multilingual Teacher
ESL Teacher

We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about making a difference in student lives. For information on these positions and all opportunities at CDCPS please visit: https://www.thecommunitygroupinc.org/community-day-charter-public-school/careers/

08/14/2026

We had an amazing time at last Sunday's Ciclovia community event on Essex Street. It was wonderful to see the community come out and enjoy a car free space, whether on foot, by bicycle, scooter, or skateboard. It was also wonderful to connect with so many people that make up the Lawrence community!

Thank you for having us! 💙

P.S Did you meet our unofficial mascots?!

08/12/2026

Do you love working with children?

NDEC is excited to partner with The Community Group to offer training to become an Early Childhood Educator, funded through MassSTEP and Public Adult Education of MA. This training includes a full time paid apprenticeship!

If you’re interested in this opportunity, scan the QR code or use the link below to let us know! We’ll contact you with an invitation to an upcoming information session.

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08/07/2026

Ready to improve your English language skills while starting a rewarding career in Early Childhood Education?

Build your future in Early Childhood Education with this exciting new opportunity in Lawrence and Lynn!

The Community Group (TCG) is excited to partner with Pathways Inc. and Notre Dame Education Center (NDEC) to offer a unique program that combines English language instruction (ESOL) with a paid Registered Apprenticeship!

✨ Program Includes:
English Language Classes
New Teacher Academy
CPR & First Aid Certification
Computer Skills Training
Full-Time Paid Apprenticeship
On-the-Job Coaching
Eligibility for Massachusetts EEC Teacher Certification

For more information please visit: https://www.thecommunitygroupinc.org/training-and-workforce-development/registered-apprenticeship-program/

08/06/2026

🎉Congratulations to this week’s Employee Spotlight, Jeovanny Vargas! As the FCC Nutrition Specialist, Jeovanny helps support Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP, FCC educators, and the success of the program through her dedication, organization, and attention to detail.

Thank you, Jeovanny, for all that you do and for bringing teamwork and care to The Community Group every day!