Preschool Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience•Astoria, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience in Astoria is seeking a passionate, experienced, and highly motivated Lead Preschool Teacher to join their team. This role is responsible for leading a structured, engaging, and developmentally rich classroom that prepares children ages 2–4 for continued academic and social success. The company is looking for a strong classroom leader who understands early childhood development, can confidently manage behavior, and is able to implement curriculum in a meaningful and engaging way. At The Learning Experience, early education is made joyful, engaging, and fun, so children are happy to learn, play, and grow. The curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play, and Grow under the care of nurturing teachers and staff. TLE has created a full cast of characters that become little learners’ educators, partners, and friends through their preschool education journey, each with a unique personality and area of interest, bringing learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience working in a daycare center
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education REQUIRED
Strong understanding of child development for ages 2–4
Experience with curriculum planning and classroom management
Ability to guide behavior in a positive, developmentally appropriate way
Reliable, punctual, and professional
Strong communication and leadership skills
Must meet all state requirements (medical, background check, fingerprinting)

Nice To Haves

Preschool experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead a preschool classroom (ages 2–4) and maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment
Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with center standards
Support children’s cognitive, social-emotional, language, and physical development
Foster school readiness skills, including early literacy, social skills, and independence
Establish and maintain consistent daily routines and transitions
Maintain strong, professional communication with families regarding progress and development
Follow all DOH Article 47 regulations and center policies
Supervise and guide assistant teachers within the classroom
Maintain accurate documentation, assessments, and daily reports