Lead Preschool Teacher

Primrose School•New York, NY

About The Position

Primrose of Manhattan at East 82nd Street is hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher to work with children ages 2–5. The teacher creates a fun, safe classroom with a daily schedule that supports children's confidence and independence, and guides them through small-group instruction as they learn new content and understand increasingly complex information. The role includes building genuine relationships with each child and supporting learning in language and literacy, science, life skills, and other areas. The Lead Preschool Teacher works with a co-teacher to implement lesson plans from the research-informed Balanced Learning® curriculum. The teacher maintains a well-kept classroom where children can create, explore, and make confident decisions, adapting teaching to each child's needs. Classrooms are stocked with supplies, and the Leadership Team supports a safe, healthy environment and a culture where children and team members can thrive. Compensation is $26–$36 per hour, depending on experience and education.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Valid New York State B-2 Teaching Certificate or eligibility through a study plan.
At least 2 years of classroom teaching experience.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children in a childcare, daycare, or preschool setting.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds in connection with handling children, facilitating programs, maintaining child safety, and responding to potential emergencies.
Must be at least 21 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a fun, safe classroom environment with a daily schedule that develops children's confidence and independence.
Guide children through small-group instruction and support their learning and understanding of increasingly complex information.
Build genuine relationships with each child.
Help children learn about language and literacy, science, life skills, and other subjects.
Work with a co-teacher to implement lesson plans from the Balanced Learning® curriculum.
Maintain a well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
Adapt teaching to discover what works best for each child.

Benefits

Paid time off, including 40 hours accrued per year.
Paid summer break during the week of July 4th.
Paid winter break during the week of Christmas.
Paid sick leave.
Additional paid holidays.
$225 per month toward select UnitedHealthcare medical plans.
Guardian vision and dental plans.
401(k) retirement plan with 100% matching up to a 4% salary contribution after six months of employment.
Tuition assistance for CDA, associate, or bachelor's programs related to Early Childhood Education and/or Elementary Education.
Bonus opportunities.
Set schedule; closed weekends, nights, and holidays.