Lead Daycare Teacher: Nurturing Young Minds

Rock Gate Daycare LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockgate Daycare and Learning Center in New York seeks a Lead Teacher to create a nurturing, safe classroom where young children can grow through structured, play-based curriculum and intentional interactions with families.

You will plan lessons, guide behavior with positive strategies, ensure safety, and communicate with parents about each child's progress, collaborating with caregivers to support development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (preferred) or Associate degree in related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with young children in daycare or preschool.
• Knowledge of child development principles and best practices.
• Patience, empathy, and ability to build positive relationships with children and families.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Foster a supportive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Ensure safety and supervise children indoors and outdoors.
• Maintain open communication with parents and caregivers.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to improve care and instruction.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

Associate degree in Early childhood, child development or related field

Job description

Rockgate Daycare and Learning Center in New York seeks a Lead Teacher to create a nurturing, safe classroom where young children can grow through structured, play-based curriculum and intentional interactions with families.

You will plan lessons, guide behavior with positive strategies, ensure safety, and communicate with parents about each child's progress, collaborating with caregivers to support development.