Full-Time Nature-Based Preschool Lead Teacher

ElevatEd; Franklin Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Career-building opportunities

Supportive leadership

Collaborative teaching environment

Job summary

ElevatEd's nature-based early childhood program in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, is seeking a Lead Teacher for our toddler cohort. This full-time, 40-week position lives on a beautiful wooded campus where nature is an extension of the classroom and curiosity leads the learning.

We value relationship-based, child-centered teaching, collaboration, and reflective practice. A degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred, and candidates who bring enthusiasm for nature-based education will be

Qualifications

• Relationship-based, child-centered learning mindset.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Flexible, reflective, and responsive in the classroom.
• Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred; higher compensation possible.
• Interest in nature-based education or Reggio-inspired practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create nurturing, engaging classroom environments.
• Observe children closely and respond to their interests and needs.
• Pivot and adapt throughout the day based on classroom energy.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and leadership.
• Celebrate growth and bring curiosity into the community.
• Bring personal passions into the classroom learning.

Skills

Relationship-based learning

Collaboration

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

ElevatEd's nature-based early childhood program in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, is seeking a Lead Teacher for our toddler cohort. This full-time, 40-week position lives on a beautiful wooded campus where nature is an extension of the classroom and curiosity leads the learning.

We value relationship-based, child-centered teaching, collaboration, and reflective practice. A degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred, and candidates who bring enthusiasm for nature-based education will be