Preschool Lead Teacher — Shape Kindergarten Readiness

Njymca

New Jersey

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Free family membership to YMCA
Free nationwide YMCA access
Discounted program fees for dependents
Paid sick leave
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement contribution to YMCA plan
Medical and dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Paid holidays

Job summary

Somerset Hills YMCA seeks a Lead Teacher for the Preschool classroom to implement a structured, engaging curriculum designed to prepare children for Kindergarten. The teacher reports to the Director of Child Care and will lead daily routines, manage the classroom, and ensure health and safety standards are followed in line with NJ DCF requirements.

The role requires a CDA Credential, a Bachelor's in Education or Teaching Certificate, and relevant early childhood experience.

Qualifications

  • Experience with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers preferred.
  • Strong communication with parents and staff is essential.
  • Ability to plan and implement curriculum and manage daily flow.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Teacher executes a structured, engaging preschool curriculum.
  • Maintain daily routines and classroom management aligned to readiness goals.
  • Collaborate with center leadership to ensure health and safety standards.

Skills

Child care experience
Communication with parents
Classroom management

Education

CDA Credential
Bachelor's Degree in Education
Teaching Certificate

Job description

Somerset Hills YMCA seeks a Lead Teacher for the Preschool classroom to implement a structured, engaging curriculum designed to prepare children for Kindergarten. The teacher reports to the Director of Child Care and will lead daily routines, manage the classroom, and ensure health and safety standards are followed in line with NJ DCF requirements.

The role requires a CDA Credential, a Bachelor's in Education or Teaching Certificate, and relevant early childhood experience.

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