Lead Preschool Teacher: Growth, Impact & Collaboration

The Learning Experience; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Astoria is looking for a passionate Lead Preschool Teacher to guide our classroom for children ages 2 years and older. The role emphasizes creating a joyful, structured, and inclusive learning environment where curious minds thrive.

You'll plan engaging lessons, mentor an Assistant Teacher, and partner with families to support each child’s growth in language, literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education program (REQUIRED).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a licensed daycare or childcare center (REQUIRED).
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Excellent communication and classroom leadership skills.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and state compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons that make learning exciting.
• Foster children's language, literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development.
• Create a structured, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and their families.
• Lead and mentor your Assistant Teacher while working collaboratively as a team.
• Celebrate every milestone and encourage each child to reach their full potential.

Skills

Reliable

Patience

Communication

Team collaboration

Organized

Education

Early Childhood Education program enrollment

Job description

The Learning Experience – Astoria is looking for a passionate Lead Preschool Teacher to guide our classroom for children ages 2 years and older. The role emphasizes creating a joyful, structured, and inclusive learning environment where curious minds thrive.

You'll plan engaging lessons, mentor an Assistant Teacher, and partner with families to support each child’s growth in language, literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development.