UPK Preschool Lead Teacher

Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Lead Teacher to join its dedicated preschool team in Watertown, NY. This role involves collaborating with a diverse group of specialists to provide exceptional care and education to preschool children aged 3 to 5 years. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Early Childhood Education, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for fostering a positive learning environment. Enjoy a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere with industry-leading benefits, including paid training, holidays, and a commitment to work-life balance. Join us in making a difference in the lives of families in our community!

Benefits

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Professional mentoring program

Employee childcare discount

Work/Life Balance

Free Life Insurance

Paid summer break weeks

Training & development

Qualifications

• Passion for providing exceptional care and education.
• Expertise in supporting children's educational and social growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care and instruction to preschool children.
• Create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment.
• Communicate with team members and parents about children's development.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

NYS Teacher Certification

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Lead UPK Preschool Teacher – Watertown, NY

Full Time Salary position Ohio Street School UPK Classroom plus Summer School 6 weeks - inclusion setting. Team teaching model with special education inclusion & typically developing UPK peers. Class times are 8am-1pm and this position is full time 7:30-3:30 M-F to allow collaboration time with special education teacher. Classroom is staffed with 3 TA's and 2 full time teachers.

Little Lukes’ mission is to build a bright future for every child by bringing extraordinary care and education to children in our community.

When you join Little Lukes, you're joining a team that has an unstoppable drive to change the lives of families across Central New York. We're a team of thoughtful Certified Teachers and Special Education Teachers, expert Speech Language Pathologists, and experienced Physical and Occupational Therapists. Above all, we are committed to helping each other succeed, learn, and grow—all while bringing the best care to families in CNY.

No matter what you are looking for in your next role, we're confident that you will find it at Little Lukes!

About the Lead Teacher Role - Watertown, NY

We are on the lookout for a Lead Teacher to join our preschool team. In this role, you will work with our phenomenal team of certified Special Education Teachers, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, School Psychologists, and Certified Teacher Assistants and to support the children in our care.

Provide exceptional care and instruction

Support the development and education of preschool children, ages 3 to 5 years, within our Inclusive classrooms alongside a Special Education Teacher and certified TAs.

Teaches developmentally appropriate academic and social skills to prepare children for kindergarten through strong, language-based, whole group, small group, and one-on-one interactions.

Classroom Environment

Help to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where children are encouraged to be curious and excited to learn.

Implement effective classroom management.

Help to set and reinforce classroom expectations and routines.

Planning and Data Analysis

Prepares goals and instructional materials.

Coordinate curriculum implementation with preschool team

Communicate with team members, administrators, and parents regarding children’s’ development and behavior.

About You

You will thrive in the role of Lead Teacher at Little Lukes if you have:

A passion for our mission to offer the best care and education for local children and their families.

Expertise in delivering care for the educational, developmental, and social emotional growth of the children in your charge.

A warm, engaging approach with a family-centered focus.

The drive to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of care for children in their Early Childhood years.

Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to share feedback across teams in a collaborative and solution-oriented way.

A degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Example: Elementary Education).

An active NYS Teacher certification is required.

Lead Teacher Job Compensation and Benefits

Industry-leading salaries

Company Paid

Free Life Insurance

Student Loan forgiveness participation

Paperless technology

Paid training

Paid time off, holidays, and break weeks

Company-sponsored

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K retirement plan

Employee childcare discount

Access to

Amazing team-oriented environment

Professional mentoring program

Work/Life Balance

Monday-Friday (weekends off!)

Day shifts only (no evenings!)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid summer break weeks

Next Steps for Lead Teacher Job Application

Please reach out to learn more about the location, team and atmosphere with Little Lukes. We can’t wait to meet you!