2-Year-Old Lead Teacher for Brand New School!
About The Position
Step into a once-in-a-career opportunity to join us on the ground floor – literally – as a Lead Teacher for a brand-new Goddard School® in Lenox Hill! Our two-story, 15,000 sq. ft. school located at 307 East 63rd Street will be home to clean, bright, and spacious classrooms, two well-equipped multi-purpose rooms, and much more, all built from the ground up to foster children's natural curiosity through play-based activities, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of learning. At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. Join us to create a nurturing environment for young children by implementing an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum using our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program. Lead daily activities, inspire young minds and collaborate with a supportive team. Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Join our welcoming community, where you can grow and make a real difference in children’s lives every day. If you’re passionate about education and children, and ready to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you!
Requirements
- Baccalaureate degree and State certification. A baccalaureate degree in early childhood education or a related field of study approved by the Department and valid certification issued by the State Education Department, pursuant to 8 NYCRR §80 or successor rule; OR
- Baccalaureate degree and experience. A baccalaureate degree in early childhood education or a related field of study approved by the Department and two years of supervised and documented relevant experience in a pre-school program if currently employed in a permitted child care program; OR
- Study plan. The person has proposed a plan for meeting the requirements of paragraph (1) or (2) of this subdivision within seven years, AND has obtained approval of this plan by an accredited college. A person who is eligible pursuant to a study plan shall submit documentation to the Department indicating proof of enrollment in such college and specifying the time, not to exceed seven years, required for completion of the study plan.
- Associate's (AA or AS) degree in early children education, practicum included; or
- Ninety or more undergraduate college credits and one year classroom experience teaching children in pre-kindergarten, kindergarten or grades 1-2; or
- Baccalaureate in any other academic subject and one year classroom experience teaching children up to third grade.
Responsibilities
- Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using our proprietary Wonder of Learning ® curriculum to engage and support each child’s growth
- Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
- Maintain open, effective and positive communication with families and guardians about their child’s progress and daily activities
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to uphold health and safety standards, licensing regulations and ensure their well-being
- Participate actively in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance teaching skills
- Observe, assess and document children’s learning and development to inform activities and share insights with families
- Support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.
- Model and implement positive guidance strategies to support social-emotional growth and conflict resolution.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Twenty-Seven (27) paid personal days per year as follows: Ten (10) paid personal days per calendar year Five (5) paid personal days between Christmas and New Year's Day when the school is closed Seven (7) paid holidays per calendar year.
- Five (5) sick days per year (available to all employees, accrual starts with no waiting period)
- Up to 100% tuition reimbursement subject to performance, commitment and reliability
- 401K with Matching: Employer will match up to 3% of your contributions to the 401K plan
- Commuter Benefits: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible commuting expenses
- Annual Raise: Employees are eligible for annual performance-based pay increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
