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Children's Academy Preschool

Lead Preschool Teacher

Pay: $61,000/yr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Jersey City, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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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

Eligible candidates HAVE to have a Bachelor's degree, and Preschool P-3 or ECE certification. Previous experience as a

PRESCHOOL TEACHER

is appreciated, but not required.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$61,000 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday 8 hours per day Experience /

Responsibilities:

Carefully follow the lesson plan suitable for preschool children Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.) Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times Track children's progress and report to parents Collaborate with other educators Engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth. Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met. Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children. Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.

Skills:

The more experience as a Preschool Teacher, the better. Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms Excellent communication and instructional skills Encourage a positive and smooth working environment among children BS/BA in education or relevant field Valid licence to practice profession Infant / child CPR certification required; ( there is a grace period to acquire this training upon hiring) The ability to teach 3-year olds.

Education:

Bachelor's or Associate License:

Preschool or ECE (Required) P-3 (Required)

Language:

English Work Remotely:

No Educators that are recent college graduates are welcomed to apply.

Job Types:

Contract, Full-time Pay:

From $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Early Childhood Education:

1 year (Preferred)

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

P3 OR CE

License (Preferred) Certified teacher License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person