Lead Infant Teacher

Little Scholars; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Signing bonus

Vision insurance

Job summary

Little Scholars Learning Center in Chelsea, Manhattan is seeking a caring Lead Preschool Teacher to create a safe, engaging classroom where young children learn through play and meaningful daily experiences. You will work with families and fellow educators to support each child's social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development, while maintaining a warm, organized environment.

This full-time position offers Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, a competitive hourly rate of $24-$27, and

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with at least 12 ECE credits
• At least 1 year of experience working with young children
• Familiarity with early childhood curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and colleagues
• Patience, empathy, reliability, and a nurturing approach to early childhood education
• Ability to meet applicable state and licensing requirements for the position
• Ability to reliably commute to 600 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10011

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead age-appropriate, play-based learning activities
• Create a warm, safe, and organized classroom environment
• Adapt activities and lesson plans to children's developmental needs
• Observe and document children's progress and development
• Build positive relationships with children and communicate with families
• Maintain appropriate classroom supervision and safety standards
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other team members
• Support a positive and inclusive learning environment

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education

12 ECE credits

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Employee discounts


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• 401(k)


• Signing bonus


• Vision insurance

Little Scholars Learning Center is looking for a caring, experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team in Chelsea, Manhattan.

Position Details

• Location: 600 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10011


• Pay: $24-$27 per hour


• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM


• Job Type: Full-time


• Sign-on Bonus: $250

About the Role

As a Lead Preschool Teacher, you will create a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom environment where young children can learn through play, exploration, and meaningful daily experiences.

You will work closely with children, families, and fellow educators while supporting each child's social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development.

What You'll Do

• Plan and lead age-appropriate, play-based learning activities


• Create a warm, safe, and organized classroom environment


• Adapt activities and lesson plans to children's developmental needs


• Observe and document children's progress and development


• Build positive relationships with children and communicate with families


• Maintain appropriate classroom supervision and safety standards


• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other team members


• Support a positive and inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with at least 12 ECE credits


• At least 1 year of experience working with young children


• Familiarity with early childhood curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and colleagues


• Patience, empathy, reliability, and a nurturing approach to early childhood education


• Ability to meet applicable state and licensing requirements for the position


• Ability to reliably commute to 600 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10011

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Exploration Curriculum and/or Units of Study


• Valid NYS Birth-Grade 2 Teaching Certificate


• Knowledge of additional languages

Benefits

• 401(k)


• Health insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• Paid time off


• Employee discount


• $250 sign-on bonus

Little Scholars Learning Center is looking for educators who care deeply about early childhood development and want to be part of a supportive, collaborative team.