Find & Apply For Preschool / Childcare Teacher Jobs in Yaphank, New York

Do you believe the best learning happens through play, curiosity, and meaningful relationships? New Interdisciplinary School (NIS) is looking for a passionate and creative Preschool General Education Teacher to inspire young learners in an inclusive early childhood classroom. As a General Education Teacher, you'll create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that foster academic, social-emotional, language, and motor development while preparing children for kindergarten. You'll cultivate a warm, welcoming classroom where every child feels valued, supported, and excited to learn. If you're dedicated to nurturing young minds and helping children build confidence during their earliest school years, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based lessons aligned with New York State Early Learning Standards. Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and independence. Foster children's cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development through hands-on learning experiences. Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs and learning styles of all students. Monitor student growth and maintain accurate documentation of developmental progress. Build positive relationships with families through regular communication and parent conferences. Collaborate with teaching assistants, administrators, and support staff to provide a high-quality educational experience. Support children's school readiness by promoting early literacy, math, communication, problem-solving, and self-help skills.

Qualifications Required:

New York State Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) or Childhood Education with appropriate early childhood certification. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred:

Experience teaching preschool-aged children (ages 3-5). Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice. Experience in inclusive early childhood classrooms. Why Join NIS? Competitive salary based on education and experience. Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid holidays, school breaks, and generous paid time off. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a child's most important years of development. About New Interdisciplinary School New Interdisciplinary School is a nonprofit preschool program serving young children. Our inclusive classrooms foster curiosity, creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning while supporting the unique strengths and needs of every child. Ready to inspire the next generation of learners? Apply today and become part of a team that helps children build the skills and confidence they need for lifelong success.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$43,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Teaching:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

NYS Early Childhood Teacher Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person