Lead Teacher

Tonghua Childcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tonghua Childcare in New York, NY is seeking Lead Teachers who are passionate, motivated, and energetic to join our team. You will develop and lead preschool activities, lessons, and educational programs while ensuring the health, safety, and supervision of the children.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2), NYS Teacher Certification, and at least two years of licensed daycare or public school experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2) required.
• New York State Teacher Certification required.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience at a licensed daycare or public school.
• Familiarity with units of study and monthly themes.
• Ability to develop fun and educational activities for young children.
• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• Patience and compassion when working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Developing and leading classroom activities, lessons, and educational programs for preschool-aged children
• Ensuring the health, safety, and supervision of the children in the classroom
• Developing activities that are fun, engaging, and educational for young children
• Using units of study and monthly themes to create age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Instructing children on classroom rules, appropriate conduct, and new tasks
• Maintaining classroom records and student portfolios
• Effectively communicating with children and parents
• Maintaining a cooperative attitude while working with parents, teaching assistants, and program specialists
• Understanding and adapting to the individual needs of children and families

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Patience

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2)

Job description

We are looking for passionate, motivated, energetic and responsible Lead Teachers to join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Developing and leading classroom activities, lessons, and educational programs for preschool-aged children
• Ensuring the health, safety, and supervision of the children in the classroom
• Developing activities that are fun, engaging, and educational for young children
• Using units of study and monthly themes to create age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Instructing children on classroom rules, appropriate conduct, and new tasks
• Maintaining classroom records and student portfolios
• Effectively communicating with children and parents
• Maintaining a cooperative attitude while working with parents, teaching assistants, and program specialists
• Understanding and adapting to the individual needs of children and families

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2) is required
• New York State Teacher Certification is required
• At least 2 years of previous teaching experience at a licensed daycare or public school
• Familiarity with units of study and monthly themes
• Ability to develop fun and educational activities for young children
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Patience and compassion when working with young children
• Must meet all New York State requirements for the position

Job Type: Full-time

• 5 days a week
• Hours: 8:30am–6:0o

Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (Required)

Certification: New York State Teacher Certification (Required)

Experience: Early Childhood teaching: 2 years (Required)

Early Childhood work: 2 years (Required)