Experienced Preschool Teacher

Over The Rainbow CDC; Bordentown (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Over The Rainbow CDC in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Preschool Lead Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging classroom using The Creative Curriculum. You will lead hands-on learning activities daily and partner with families to support each child’s growth.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership in a Preschool setting and a passion for early childhood education. Join our team to foster a loving learning environment, collaborate with a Teacher Assistant, and contribute to a thriving

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education in a Preschool setting.
• Ability to create engaging, hands-on learning activities.
• Strong communication with families and colleagues.
• Ability to manage behaviors using positive guidance.
• Familiarity with The Creative Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Preschool classroom using The Creative Curriculum.
• Create engaging, hands-on learning experiences every day.
• Maintain excellent classroom management using positive guidance techniques.
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Work as a true team with your Teacher Assistant.
• Communicate professionally with families.
• Keep your classroom organized, clean, and prepared.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication with families

Teamwork

Engagement strategies

Education

CDA in Preschool or Associate/Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Free food & snacks

We are looking for an exceptional Preschool Lead Teacher. This is not an entry‑level teaching position.

We are searching for an experienced early childhood educator who knows how to create an engaging classroom where children are learning, exploring, and having fun every day.

Our ideal teacher naturally builds strong relationships with children, maintains an organized classroom, confidently manages behaviours, and keeps children actively involved throughout the day. If you have a passion for teaching preschool and take pride in running a well‑managed classroom, we would love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a Preschool classroom using The Creative Curriculum
• Create engaging, hands‑on learning experiences every day
• Maintain excellent classroom management using positive guidance techniques
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Work as a true team with your Teacher Assistant
• Communicate professionally with families
• Keep your classroom organized, clean, and prepared

Our Ideal Candidate

• Has successful experience teaching in a Preschool classroom
• Keeps children actively engaged rather than waiting or wandering
• Is organized, dependable, and takes initiative
• Works well with assistants and enjoys mentoring others
• Brings energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to work every day
• Has experience implementing The Creative Curriculum

Qualifications

• CDA in Preschool or Associate’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (or closely related field)
• Previous Preschool Lead Teacher experience
• Experience using The Creative Curriculum
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance