Early Childhood Head Teacher

Manhattan Day School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan Day School is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Head Teacher to lead our EC team on the Upper West Side. The role emphasizes warm, relationship-based learning, developmentally appropriate practice, and joyful exploration in partnership with families.

Ideal candidates bring 2–5+ years of classroom experience in early childhood, a strong knowledge of child development, and collaborative leadership within a fast-paced, joyful environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of child development and play-based learning.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, joyful EC environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a classroom community with warmth, consistency, and structure.
• Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Support each child's academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Collaborate with assistant teachers, specialists, and administrators.
• Communicate regularly with families and contribute to school culture.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Early childhood development knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Manhattan Day School, a Modern Orthodox Jewish day school on the Upper West Side, is seeking a warm, talented, and experienced Early Childhood Head Teacher to join our growing EC team.

Our Early Childhood program is rooted in relationship-based learning, developmentally responsive practice, joyful exploration, and strong partnership with families. We are looking for an educator who brings intention, creativity, and a deep understanding of early childhood development to the classroom.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading a classroom community with warmth, consistency, and thoughtful structure
• Designing and implementing developmentally appropriate, engaging curriculum
• Supporting each child's academic, social, and emotional growth
• Collaborating closely with assistant teachers, specialists, and administrators
• Communicating regularly with families and contributing to a positive school culture
• Participating in team meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education (Master's preferred)
• 2-5+ years of classroom teaching experience in early childhood
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Deep knowledge of child development and play-based learning
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, joyful EC environment