Floating Lead Preschool Teacher

PNW Enterprises LLC•New York, NY

2d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

New York Preschool & Kids Club is seeking a Floating Lead Preschool Teacher to join their mission of providing New York City’s 2-5-year-olds with a foundation for lifelong learning. In this role, you will be a multi-hyphenate, stepping in to support lead teachers in "Tools of the Mind" private preschool classrooms or leading enrichment classes. You will be the glue that holds the community together and the spark that makes enrichment programs legendary and preschool classes an incredible foundation for lifelong learning.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in ECE or a related field (or currently enrolled in a program).
A NYS Early Childhood Initial or Permanent Certification (B-2 or 1-6) OR be on an NYS-approved Study Plan (studying toward a BA or MA with at least 90 ECE credits or an Associate’s degree in ECE).
2+ years of lead teaching experience in Pre-K (2-4 year olds) or Kindergarten.
Be a passionate teacher and lifelong learner.
Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Camp, after school, and other enrichment experiences are a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and assist a variety of classes for children ages 2 to 6 years, teaching preschool, art, and STEM classes using various curricula.
Help children build confidence, coordination, and social skills through activities and structured play, ensuring a "safe to fail" environment.
Support with transitions, classroom organization, and daily operations.
Build trust with parents and caregivers through daily updates, sharing successes and challenges of their child’s day, and building a bridge between school and home.
Ensure a safe, joyful, and engaging classroom environment where every child thrives.
Seamlessly adapt to support different classes based on evolving program needs.
Anticipate classroom requirements and prepare resources well in advance of instruction.
Execute smooth, efficient hand-offs between classes and activities to maximize learning time.
Cultivate trust-based relationships with students, families, and the internal team.
Maintain 100% compliance with all study plans and certification requirements.