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Bright Beginnings Preschool

Preschool Lead Teacher

Pay: $52,000/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Edison, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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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

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Job Description

Preschool Lead Teacher 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Edison, NJ 08820 From $25 an hour - Full-time, Contract Bright Beginnings Preschool 56 reviews From $25 an hour - Full-time, Contract Bright Beginnings Preschool in Edison is seeking a full-time Lead Teacher for a position beginning in September 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. It

REQUIRES

a Bachelor of Art degree in an area related to Education and two years of experience with children. A Bachelor of Arts degree from another country must be evaluated and transferred to USA credits. This is a full-time position of 32.5 hours per week from 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The successful candidate would be paid at a rate commensurate with their credentials and skills. Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification will be necessary as well as fingerprint clearance.

Process:

An introduction by phone and an in-person interview will be required. Three references will need to be provided.

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person