Lead Pre-K Teacher: Build Foundations & Community Impact

Harlem Children's Zone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Sign-on bonus

Student loan forgiveness

403(b) retirement plan

Bonuses

Tech equipment

Professional development

Job summary

Harlem Gems Lead Teacher at Harlem Children’s Zone leads a year-round pre-kindergarten program serving 160 children across two sites. The role focuses on standards-aligned instruction, collaborative teamwork, and strong family involvement to ensure readiness for kindergarten and beyond.

The position offers a competitive benefits package, paid time off, health insurance, a $6,000 sign-on bonus, student loan forgiveness assistance, and a path to career growth through coaching and professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid NYS Teaching Certification (Birth-2nd Grade and/or PreK-6th Grade).
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in an urban school setting.
• Preferred experience with Creative Curriculum and/or Eureka Math.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans that inspire curiosity and foster mastery of grade-level content.
• Assess student progress using a variety of methods—exams, projects, and written work to personalize instruction and ensure continuous growth.
• Establish and maintain high academic and behavioral standards, motivating all students to achieve their best.
• Utilize diverse teaching strategies, including direct instruction, hands-on projects, and group activities, to engage and challenge students.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and fellow educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a culture of trust, communication, and academic success.

Skills

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Collaboration

Family engagement

Standards-based instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree

New York State Teaching Certification (Birth-2nd Grade and/or PreK-6th Grade)

Job description

Harlem Gems Lead Teacher at Harlem Children’s Zone leads a year-round pre-kindergarten program serving 160 children across two sites. The role focuses on standards-aligned instruction, collaborative teamwork, and strong family involvement to ensure readiness for kindergarten and beyond.

The position offers a competitive benefits package, paid time off, health insurance, a $6,000 sign-on bonus, student loan forgiveness assistance, and a path to career growth through coaching and professional