Full-Time Lead Pre-K Teacher | Energetic, Nurturing & Engaged

Grow and Learn Childcare; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Grow and Learn Childcare in Middletown, NY is seeking a full-time certified Early Childhood Teacher to lead our Pre-K classroom. You will plan engaging, developmentally appropriate activities and partner with families to support each child's growth.

The ideal candidate has TECE 1/2 coursework or equivalent, strong knowledge of child development, and a dependable, patient approach. We offer paid time off, performance bonuses, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of child development.
• Dependability and consistency in classroom management.
• First aid/CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic care to children ages 4 and 5 and build relationships with families.
• Plan long- and short-range lessons aligned with curriculum objectives and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Assist with licensing documentation, sanitization, and related protocols.
• Work with classroom assistants to support social, emotional, physical, and intellectual milestones.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s activities at pickup.
• Create engaging, fun, and creative learning experiences.
• Shift availability from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Dependability

Strong communication with families

Education

TECE 1 and 2 coursework / early childhood pathway

Early Childhood Teaching certification

Some college credits in early childhood

Job description

Grow and Learn Childcare in Middletown, NY is seeking a full-time certified Early Childhood Teacher to lead our Pre-K classroom. You will plan engaging, developmentally appropriate activities and partner with families to support each child's growth.

The ideal candidate has TECE 1/2 coursework or equivalent, strong knowledge of child development, and a dependable, patient approach. We offer paid time off, performance bonuses, and ongoing training.