Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience•Kings Park, NY

About The Position

The Learning Experience is hiring an experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to lead a fun, nurturing, and engaging classroom where young children can learn, grow, and thrive. The teacher will use the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® and classroom resources, supported by a collaborative center team, to teach children and build meaningful relationships with children and families. The role involves supporting children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development; maintaining a welcoming and developmentally appropriate classroom; communicating children's progress to families; and following New York childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements. The position requires active supervision and participation in classroom and outdoor activities. Reasonable accommodations may be available.

Requirements

Meet applicable New York State requirements for a lead teacher.
Previous experience in a preschool, childcare, daycare, or early childhood classroom.
Early Childhood Education or Child Development degree, CDA, credential, or relevant coursework/experience consistent with New York requirements.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
Passion for helping young children learn and develop.
Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
Meet applicable background screening, health, and training requirements.
Ability to stand, bend, sit on the floor, and lift up to 40 pounds; reasonable accommodations may be available.

Responsibilities

Lead a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
Deliver the L.E.A.P. Curriculum® through hands-on lessons and activities.
Support children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.
Create a positive classroom environment where every child feels welcomed and supported.
Observe children's development and communicate progress with families.
Maintain classroom routines, learning materials, and required documentation.
Partner with fellow teachers and center leadership to create an exceptional family experience.
Follow New York childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.
Actively supervise young children and participate in classroom and outdoor activities.