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Sandy Lane Nursery School
Preschool Teacher for September 2026
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$40,759 / year median in New Jersey
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Preschool Teacher Duties:
- Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for preschool children
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play-based learning
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
- Monitor and assess each child's progress and provide feedback to parents
- Collaborate with other teachers to plan and coordinate classroom activities
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the program
Experience:
- P•3 Certification required.
- Previous experience working with preschool-aged children preferred
- Knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education techniques
- Ability to create and implement engaging and interactive lessons using Creative Curriculum
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children