Preschool Teacher (Maternity Leave Replacement)

Canfield Avenue School • Mine Hill, NJ

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About The Position

Provide high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction and care for a preschool classroom during a maternity leave, ensuring continuity of learning, safety, and family communication.

Requirements

• New Jersey P-3 or Nursery-Grade 3 certification (CE/CEAS/Standard).
• Strong classroom management, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Current NJ criminal history/fingerprint clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience in early childhood settings preferred; knowledge of Creative Curriculum/TS GOLD a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement daily instruction aligned to NJ Preschool Teaching & Learning Standards using developmentally appropriate practice.
• Deliver lessons/centers that support early literacy, numeracy, SEL, and play-based learning; differentiate for diverse learners (IEPs, MLLs/ELLs).
• Maintain a safe, nurturing classroom; supervise students during arrival, dismissal, lunch/recess as assigned.
• Collect observational data and document student progress (e.g., Teaching Strategies GOLD or similar).
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, CST/related services, and administrators to support student goals.
• Communicate regularly with families and uphold school policies and routines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed