Lead Preschool Teacher

cmcs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Educational Assistance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services) seeks a Lead Preschool Teacher for its Head Start program to guide classroom activities, implement education plans, and foster a nurturing learning environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Early Childhood Education and B-2 Certification, with 2–5 years of birth–4 experience; Head Start experience is preferred. CMCS offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Early Childhood Education.
• Initial or Permanent B-2 Certification (or equivalent).
• 2–5 years of experience with birth–4 in a classroom.
• Head Start experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all classroom functions with professionalism and care.
• Implement daily educational programs that support developmental milestones.
• Maintain accurate daily records and documentation.
• Facilitate engaging, age-appropriate learning activities.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure high-quality Head Start programming.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to classroom support staff.

Skills

Classroom management

Educational program implementation

Mentoring staff

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Early Childhood Education

B-2 Certification

Job description

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference!

Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives.

At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower, and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community-based services.

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to join our Head Start Program. In this leadership role, you'll guide classroom activities, implement educational programs, and foster a nurturing environment where children can thrive. If you're committed to early childhood development and ready to inspire young minds, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise all classroom functions with professionalism and care

• Implement daily educational programs that support developmental milestones

• Maintain accurate daily records and documentation

• Facilitate engaging, age-appropriate learning activities

• Collaborate with staff to ensure high-quality Head Start programming

• Provide mentorship and guidance to classroom support staff

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education (Study Plan available)

• Initial or Permanent B-2 Certification (or equivalent; Study Plan available)

• 2–5 years of experience working with children ages birth–4 in a classroom setting

• Head Start experience preferred

CMCS Offers:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 3 weeks paid time off in August
• 12 Paid Sick days per year
• 19 Paid Holidays per year
• $7500/year Educational Assistance (tuition, books, certification exams, etc) - eligible upon hire
• 3 Personal Days per year
• Paid time off in December, February and April when school is closed
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance

Make a Difference Every Day