Lead Teacher Pre-k/3K

JCC Association of North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JCC Association of North America is seeking a Lead Teacher for Pre-k/3K at the Shorefront YM-YWHA. This role involves creating a warm and safe environment for children, implementing engaging curriculum, and providing support to families.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Early Childhood Education and state certification. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. Salary ranges from $65,000 to $75,000.

Qualifications

• Preferred degree in Early Childhood Education or Education.
• Certification in New York State for Early Childhood.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, safe, and caring environment for students.
• Supervise and interact with children developmentally.
• Implement educational curriculum and lesson plans.
• Support families pedagogically.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work cooperatively within a team

Fluency in English

Bilingual in Russian

Education

BA in Early Childhood or MS in Education

New York State Certification in Early Childhood

Job description

Location and Job Title

Lead Teacher Pre-k/3K
Shorefront YM-YWHA of Brighton Manhattan Beach
3300 Coney Island Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11235

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, safe, and caring environment for students to grow, learn and explore.
• Effectively supervise, interact and relate to children in a developmentally appropriate manner.
• Implement developmentally appropriate and challenging educational curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans based on hands‑on learning.
• Provide pedagogical support to families.
• Work in team environment in partnership with teachers, teacher assistants, student teachers, substitutes and volunteers.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to [e-mail]

Minimum Qualifications

• BA in Early Childhood/ MS in Education is preferred
• New York State Certification in Early Childhood
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Fluency in English required, bilingual in Russian preferred

Salary

$65,000 - $75,000