Lead Pre-K Teacher

JCC Association of North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JCC Association of North America is seeking a Lead Pre-K Teacher for the Shorefront YM-YWHA in Brighton-Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn. The role entails creating a safe and nurturing learning environment while implementing a challenging curriculum tailored for young children. Ideal candidates will have a BA in Early Childhood or MS in Education, along with New York State Certification in Early Childhood. The position offers an annual salary of $65,000 - $75,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or Master's degree in Education preferred.
• New York State Certification in Early Childhood or a study plan.
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, safe, and caring environment for students.
• Implement developmentally appropriate educational curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans based on hands-on learning.

Skills

Teamwork

Strong communication skills

Fluency in English

Bilingual in Russian

Education

BA in Early Childhood or MS in Education

New York State Certification in Early Childhood

Job description

Location and Job Title

Lead Pre-K Teacher
Shorefront YM-YWHA of Brighton Manhattan Beach
3300 Coney Island Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11235

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, safe, and caring environment for students to grow, learn and explore.
• Effectively supervise, interact and relate to children in a developmentally appropriate manner.
• Implement developmentally appropriate and challenging educational curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans based on hands‑on learning.
• Provide pedagogical support to families.
• Work in a team environment in partnership with teachers, teacher assistants, student teachers, substitutes and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA in Early Childhood or MS in Education is preferred
• New York State Certification in Early Childhood / study plan
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Fluency in English required, bilingual in Russian preferred

Salary

$65,000 - $75,000

Agency Information

Located in the heart of the largest Russian speaking community in North America, the Shorefront YM-YWHA has been committed to serving the diverse population of Brighton‑Manhattan Beach for over half a century. A vibrant Jewish community center and social service agency, the Shorefront Y integrates immigrants into American society, inspires families and individuals to reconnect to their Jewish roots and provides a full array of cultural, educational, wellness, immigrant and human social services for people of all ages year‑round.