P-3 Certified Preschool Teacher — Shape Young Minds

Inspired Education LLC; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Major holidays off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

The Learning Depot in Trenton, NJ is hiring a P-3 Certified Preschool Teacher to design and lead daily lessons using Creative Curriculum for ages 3 to 5. This role emphasizes a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom, developmentally appropriate play, and close collaboration with families.

A strong candidate will have at least one year of lead teaching and the NJ P-3 certification. The position offers growth opportunities and alignment with state standards; salary is based on the Trenton DOE

Qualifications

• Experience using the Creative Curriculum in an early childhood classroom.
• P-3 Certification or Certificate of Eligibility (Preschool through 3rd Grade)
• At least 1 year of lead teaching experience in an early childhood setting
• BA in Early Childhood Education or related field (Preschool-3rd Grade Certification)
• Strong classroom management and lesson planning skills
• Communication skills with both children and adults
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Design and lead daily lessons using Creative Curriculum, fostering literacy and foundational skills
• Build a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom where children feel seen, heard, and supported
• Promote social, emotional, and cognitive development through age-appropriate, play-based learning
• Track and assess children’s progress through observations and tools aligned with state standards
• Partner with families to support each child’s growth both in school and at home
• Tailor your teaching to meet the needs of all learners — including those with special needs
• Stay current on best practices through ongoing professional development
• (Optional) Use Montessori-inspired practices to build independence and encourage self-guided learning

Skills

Lead teaching

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Communication skills

Special needs support

Montessori-inspired methods

Education

P-3 Certification

Certificate of Eligibility (Preschool-3rd Grade)

BA in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Job description

The Learning Depot in Trenton, NJ is hiring a P-3 Certified Preschool Teacher to design and lead daily lessons using Creative Curriculum for ages 3 to 5. This role emphasizes a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom, developmentally appropriate play, and close collaboration with families.

A strong candidate will have at least one year of lead teaching and the NJ P-3 certification. The position offers growth opportunities and alignment with state standards; salary is based on the Trenton DOE