Lead Preschool Teacher

University Settlement Society Of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work‑Life Balance

Professional Development

Job summary

University Settlement Society Of New York seeks a full-time Early Childhood Educator to lead classrooms and support families at 184 Eldridge Street, New York, NY 10002. The role involves curriculum development, family engagement, and child assessments in a diverse urban setting.

Requirements include NYS Certification in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelor's degree, and 2–3 years with toddlers/preschoolers. Bilingual English/Chinese or English/Spanish preferred; supervisory experience valued.

Qualifications

• NYS Certification in Early Childhood Education required.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Bi-lingual English/Chinese or English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Two to three years experience with toddlers/preschoolers.
• One to two years supervising classroom staff.
• Strong organization, communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom sessions.
• Provide educational support to staff.
• Develop lesson plans and engaging curriculum.
• Provide primary care to classroom children.
• Administer developmental assessments.
• Develop relationships with families and children.
• Maintain documentation of classroom activities.
• Assist with supervision and mentoring of assistants.
• Coordinate home visits and CACFP records.
• Attend professional development as required.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organizational skills

Communication

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

NYS Certification in Early Childhood Education

Job description

University Settlement Society Of New York seeks a full-time Early Childhood Educator to lead classrooms and support families at 184 Eldridge Street, New York, NY 10002. The role involves curriculum development, family engagement, and child assessments in a diverse urban setting.

Requirements include NYS Certification in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelor's degree, and 2–3 years with toddlers/preschoolers. Bilingual English/Chinese or English/Spanish preferred; supervisory experience valued.