Part-Time Preschool Teacher: Bilingual, International

Kennedy International School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (80% of premium covered by the

dental and vision plans

401K benefits

Pro-rated tuition remission for depend

Vacation time and sick days per NYS

Short Term Disability

Job summary

Kennedy International School in Midtown Manhattan seeks a part-time Preschool Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate instruction, differentiation, and strong parent communication to support students’ academic and personal growth.

Requirements include NYS certification in Early Childhood and Childhood Education, five years of Lower School teaching, and a safety-first classroom approach. Visa preferred.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience teaching in Lower School.
• Certification in Early Childhood and Childhood Education from NYS required.
• Ability to create a class environment in which students feel safe.
• Strong sense of accountability and drive to raise the bar.
• Current U.S. work visa, if applicable, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach a challenging course of study with differentiation and assessments.
• Communicate with parents via emails, newsletters, or blogs.
• Create a student-centered classroom and actively engage students.
• Use technology in class prep and instruction, not as sole method.
• Supervise students during recess, lunch, and field trips.
• Participate in grade-level and faculty meetings.
• Collaborate with team on scheduling and planning.

Skills

Experience teaching in Lower School

Differentiated instruction

Communication with parents

Classroom management

Education

NY State Certification in Early Childhood and Childhood Education

Job description

Kennedy International School in Midtown Manhattan seeks a part-time Preschool Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate instruction, differentiation, and strong parent communication to support students’ academic and personal growth.

Requirements include NYS certification in Early Childhood and Childhood Education, five years of Lower School teaching, and a safety-first classroom approach. Visa preferred.