Head Preschool Teacher (2-Year-Olds)

Vivvi Early Learning•New York, NY

7d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Vivvi is seeking a full-time Lead Preschool Teacher to guide a classroom of 2-year-old children at its licensed childcare center and private preschool in New York City. The role uses child-centered, developmentally appropriate approaches, including play-based learning, emergent and creative curriculum, and social-emotional learning, aligned with New York State early learning standards. The teacher observes and tracks children’s development using Teaching Strategies GOLD, builds relationships and communicates with families, maintains a safe and nurturing classroom, and collaborates with the teaching team on curriculum and daily classroom operations. The position is based in or requires willingness to relocate to New York City, and applicants must have independent U.S. work authorization. The physical demands include extended sitting and standing, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, and frequently moving or lifting children weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Reasonable accommodations may be requested.

Requirements

3–5 years of preschool teaching experience; experience as a Lead Teacher, Head Teacher, or Toddler Teacher is preferred.
Experience in a licensed childcare center, private preschool, or early learning center.
Familiarity with play-based learning, emergent curriculum, creative curriculum approaches, Teaching Strategies GOLD, and social-emotional learning.
Passion for supporting young children’s growth, curiosity, and potential.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it.
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Must be based in or willing to relocate to New York City.
Must possess independent U.S. work authorization.
Able to meet the described physical demands, with reasonable accommodations available upon request.

Nice To Haves

New York State B-2 or N-6 Teaching Certification, or an active study plan toward certification.
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead a classroom for 2-year-old children in a licensed childcare center and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with New York State early learning standards.
Design and deliver learning experiences using play-based learning, emergent curriculum, creative curriculum approaches, and social-emotional learning.
Observe, assess, and track children’s progress and developmental milestones using Teaching Strategies GOLD.
Build meaningful relationships with families and communicate regularly about children’s progress.
Maintain a safe, nurturing, and organized classroom environment.
Collaborate with the teaching team to plan and execute curriculum aligned with early childhood education best practices.
Guide classroom routines, classroom management, and daily operations with professionalism and care.