Teacher, Preschool

Lexington School/Center for the Deaf; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Preschool Teacher to prepare children for kindergarten. The role emphasizes developing a motivating curriculum tailored for neurodiverse students and fostering a supportive learning environment. Candidates should hold a Master's in Deaf Education and be proficient in ASL, demonstrating strong classroom management and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Deaf Education or related field required.
• Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) necessary.
• Experience with neurodiverse students strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a curriculum for preschool students.
• Modify lesson plans to suit students' learning levels.
• Use technology to support instruction.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaboration

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Deaf Education

New York State Teaching Certification

Tools

Schoology

Google

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Lexington School/Center for the Deaf provided pay range

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Base pay range

$48,211.00/yr - $118,978.00/yr

Position: PRESCHOOL TEACHER

Department: Teaching & Learning

Supervisor(s): Early Learning Center Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: Full-time, 10-month, Benefits Eligible

Position Summary

The Preschool Teacher will teach and prepare children for kindergarten using various teaching methods and techniques such as storytelling, games, and visual arts to teach basic social skills and learning concepts. The Preschool Teacher for our autistic classroom will use internal and external resources to provide an enriching educational experience for those students,and will demonstrate patience and understanding of the diverse needs in the classroom.

Primary Duties

• Develop and implement a solid motivating curriculum for preschool students.
• Modify lesson plans and materials to make them suitable for students’ current learning levels.
• Use integrated technology to support instruction (Schoology and Google)
• Develop teaching and learning materials for use in class, including lesson plans, projects, communication planning and communication with families and assignments that use all student skills.
• Maintain relationships with families and legal guardians of students to keep them informed of their child’s progress.
• Work with students individually to help them overcome specific learning challenges.
• Supervise students outside of the classroom—for example, during recess, field trips, or school-related events.
• Monitor and track student progress.
• Knowledge of IEPs.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and administrators, including related service providers, to provide individualized support for each student regularly.
• Collaborate with other teachers to share best practices and provide meaningful feedback regularly.
• Create and enforce a culture of positive learning, respect, and rapport.
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Skills And Abilities

• Excellent classroom management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators
• Demonstrated knowledge of content area
• Ability to establish rapport and build professional relationships with students
• Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills
  
  

Education And Experience

• Master’s degree in Deaf Education or related field
• New York State Teaching Certification
• Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Experience working with neurodiverse students strongly preferred
  
  

Security Clearance

• Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of walking in and around the building
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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