Preschool Teacher

Little Scholars in Chelsea; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood network in NYC seeks warm and passionate Preschool Teachers to inspire curiosity and joy in young children. Responsibilities include creating a nurturing classroom environment and building strong relationships with children and families. This full-time position offers competitive pay, paid holidays, and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in early childhood education preferred.
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice.
• A positive, proactive, and team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing and engaging classroom environment.
• Foster emotional intelligence and social skills in children.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and leadership.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Social skills

Play-based learning

Education

DOE/DOHMH qualification

Job description

Now Hiring: Preschool Teacher at Little Scholars (NYC) . Do you believe in the magic of early childhood? Are you passionate about inspiring curiosity, joy, and a lifelong love of learning? Then you might be the perfect fit for Little Scholars — a growing network of vibrant, high-quality early childhood centers in New York City!. We're looking for warm, passionate, and professional Preschool Teachers to join our dynamic team and help shape the hearts and minds of tomorrow’s leaders.. What You'll Do:. Create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment. . Foster emotional intelligence, independence, and social skills. . Collaborate with co-teachers and leadership to deliver our enriching curriculum. . Build strong relationships with children, families, and team members. . Bring joy, structure, and creativity to every school day. . . What We're Looking For:. DOE/DOHMH qualification (or ability to qualify). . Experience in early childhood education (minimum 1 year preferred). . Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice. . Passion for play-based, whole-child learning. . A positive, proactive, and team-first attitude. . . Locations:. Little Scholars has multiple centers across NYC, including Downtown Brooklyn, Upper East Side, and Chelsea.. What We Offer:. Competitive salary, based on experience and certification. . Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. . Ongoing professional development and career growth. . A joyful, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment. . The chance to be part of something truly special. . . Join a Team That Believes In:. High standards + big hearts. . Joyful classrooms + structured support. . Creativity, diversity, and lifelong learning. . . Apply today to become part of a community where your work makes a difference — every single day.

Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Salary: $20 – $25 hourly

About Little Scholars in Chelsea:

Little Scholars is a joyful, high-quality early childhood network in NYC. We nurture curious minds and kind hearts through play-based learning, strong support, and a team culture built on growth, excellence, and love for children.