Early Learning Center Pre-K Teacher

New Beginnings Family Academy; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage including medical and dental benefits

Life, AD & D, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid holidays and vacation time

Job summary

New Beginnings Family Academy is seeking a dedicated Pre-K ELC Teacher in Bridgeport, CT, to deliver developmentally appropriate instruction and foster meaningful relationships with students. The role requires effective communication with families to encourage parental involvement.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education and a State of Connecticut Teacher Certification. The position offers a supportive environment and a commitment to high-quality education.

Qualifications

• Current State of Connecticut Teacher Certification 001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 008, 013, 112, 113, or 305.
• Aspirations to master content area and openness to constructive feedback.
• Fervently believe in NBFA's mission to positively impact student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional activities for meaningful learning experiences.
• Modify instructional resources for diverse student needs.
• Provide structured classrooms that encourage critical thinking.

Skills

Effective communication

Child development knowledge

Collaboration with special education staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education

Job description

Position Details

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Pre‑K 3
Date Posted: 6/23/2026
Location: New Beginnings Family Academy

About New Beginnings Family Academy

New Beginnings Family Academy Early Learning Center is a tuition‑free public charter school pre‑K program serving children ages 3–5 and their families in Bridgeport, Connecticut. We are committed to educating the whole child, building strong family partnerships, and providing high-quality, play-based early childhood education.

• Social, emotional and academic learning steeped in child development best practices
• An emotionally responsive model that weaves trauma‑informed practice into every classroom
• Parental involvement, in and outside of the classroom

New Beginnings Family Academy ELC is located at 170 Garden Street, Bridgeport, CT. NBFA is an equal‑opportunity employer that values a diverse workplace. NBFA respects, values, and celebrates the unique attributes of all stakeholders: employees, students, families, and members of its Board of Directors.

Mission‑Driven Culture

NBFA employees thrive in a collaborative environment of thoughtful self‑reflective professionals on a mission to change the life outcomes of Bridgeport youth by narrowing the nefarious achievement gap. Our mission is to provide students a meaningful, high‑quality education through experience‑based learning to develop essential social, emotional, and critical‑thinking skills to give all children the foundation to achieve their potential.

Equal Opportunity Statement

New Beginnings Family Academy is an equal opportunity employer/program and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Summary

The Pre‑K ELC Teacher is responsible for delivering developmentally‑appropriate, challenging and engaging instruction in the content area(s) consistent with his/her certification while developing meaningful relationships with students that foster a love of learning. The Pre‑K ELC Teacher must build and maintain open lines of communication with families to encourage parents/guardians to become education advocates for their children. The Pre‑K ELC Teacher must comply with state and federal education laws and regulations at all times.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles and special needs
• Work collaboratively with Special Education Teachers and Interventionists to ensure children meet IEP goals
• Continually use data to inform instructional decisions
• Prepare and submit developmentally appropriate, on‑time lesson plans for daily activities
• Provide a structured positive classroom which encourages students to think critically
• Maintain effective and efficient record‑keeping procedures
• Communicate effectively and regularly, orally and in writing, with students and parents
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment school‑wide
• Participate in school‑wide and grade‑level data teams and Professional Learning Communities to share best practices and help improve overall school performance
• Ensure that student growth is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and program
• Establish and maintain cooperative and respectful relationships with students, parents and school personnel
• Assume responsibility for meeting school‑wide student performance goals
• Satisfy professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, attending grade‑level meetings, and professional performance of all duties
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and leaders

Certification, Knowledge and Skills

• Current State of Connecticut Teacher Certification 001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 008, 013, 112, 113, or 305
• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education or appropriate subject matter; Master’s Degree preferred
• Aspire to master his/her content area or subject matter and be willing and able to receive constructive criticism to achieve this goal
• Be willing and able to offer and receive constructive feedbackUnderstand that all work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and/or targets established as part of the Board's and NBFA's organizational planning
• Fervently believe in NBFA's mission and be willing to work diligently to positively impact the life outcomes of our students
• Friendly work environment
• Health coverage includes medical and dental benefits (generous portion of premium paid by NBFA)
• Life, AD & D, Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• All certified personnel participate in the Connecticut Teachers Retirement Board ("CTRB")
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ten (10)+ paid holidays plus school closes year‑end, for Spring Break and Summer Vacation
• Vacation / Sick Leave / Personal Time per Collective Bargaining Agreement