Lead Preschool Teacher — Onsite, Lower East Side

Henry Street; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,901 - 68,652; Full time

Job summary

Henry Street Settlement in New York City’s Lower East Side is seeking a Lead Teacher for the Henry Street Early Childhood Center. The role ensures a nurturing, safe, and healthy classroom environment, developing age-appropriate curricula and lesson plans for 2-5 year olds, while supervising an Assistant Teacher and Aide.

You will maintain accurate progress and health records, participate in meetings, and engage families through regular communication to support children’s social, emotional, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education.
• New York State Certification required (B-2 or N-6).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with preschool children.
• Proficiency in planning age-appropriate activities aligned with NYS standards.
• Knowledge of the Creative Curriculum.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, safe, and healthy environment.
• Develop engaging lesson plans and curricula.
• Supervise Assistant Teacher and Teacher's Aide.
• Maintain accurate progress reports and health logs.
• Communicate with parents and families.
• Collaborate with Program Director and operations team.
• Ensure documentation is up to date and organized.
• Lead program development and assessment activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Bilingual (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Henry Street Settlement in New York City’s Lower East Side is seeking a Lead Teacher for the Henry Street Early Childhood Center. The role ensures a nurturing, safe, and healthy classroom environment, developing age-appropriate curricula and lesson plans for 2-5 year olds, while supervising an Assistant Teacher and Aide.

You will maintain accurate progress and health records, participate in meetings, and engage families through regular communication to support children’s social, emotional, and