Preschool Teacher — Nurture Growth, Coaching & Benefits

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Coaching

Opportunities for continued growth

Job summary

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. Newark, New Jersey is seeking a passionate Preschool Teacher to guide a high‑quality classroom where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. You will blend purposeful instruction with play, observation, and family collaboration to support each child’s progress and school readiness.

A bachelor’s degree and NJ teaching credentials are required. Join a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement and inclusive practice, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• New Jersey Preschool through Grade 3 Certificate of Eligibility, Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing, Limited Certificate of Eligibility, or Standard Certificate—or eligibility to obtain an accepted credential.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Ability to create an engaging classroom while maintaining strong instructional, behavioral, and safety expectations.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, inclusive classroom where children can learn, explore, and build confidence.
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with the approved curriculum and preschool standards.
• Observe and document children’s development and use assessment information to individualize instruction.
• Maintain active supervision and a safe, organized, instructionally rich classroom.
• Use positive guidance and approved support strategies to promote children’s social‑emotional development and successful participation.
• Partner with Teacher Assistants, instructional coaches, specialists, and site leadership to support classroom quality.
• Build respectful relationships with families and keep them connected to their child’s learning and progress.
• Participate in coaching, professional development, collaborative planning, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Documentation skills

Child observation

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ teaching credential

Credential eligibility

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Teaching Strategies GOLD

Job description

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. Newark, New Jersey is seeking a passionate Preschool Teacher to guide a high‑quality classroom where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. You will blend purposeful instruction with play, observation, and family collaboration to support each child’s progress and school readiness.

A bachelor’s degree and NJ teaching credentials are required. Join a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement and inclusive practice, with