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.
Certified Preschool Teacher - Pre-K (3) The Village Babies Development Center, LLC - 2.7 South Orange, NJ Job Details Full-time $65,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Qualifications Observation-based student assessment School experience Student progress monitoring Teamwork Teaching Certification Public school experience Bachelor's degree E-learning platforms Online educational platform experience Classroom Teaching Student needs assessment Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Certified Preschool Teacher - Pre-K (3)
VILLAGE BABIES DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC
|South Orange, NJ|
Full-Time Location:
South Orange, New Jersey Job Type:
Full-Time, School Year Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00
PM School Year:
September-June Salary:
$65,000 annually About the Position A prominent and well-established preschool is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and nurturing Certified Preschool Teacher to lead a Pre-K (3) classroom. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of early childhood development and a genuine passion for creating a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. This position requires an educator who is confident in the classroom, highly organized, collaborative, and committed to maintaining high educational and professional standards. The teacher will work closely with children, families, colleagues, and school leadership to support each child's growth and development. Teachers will implement high-quality instruction aligned with the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards while fostering curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. What You'll Do Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with: New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards Creative Curriculum, Tools of the Mind, or other district-approved instructional models Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including multilingual learners and children with individualized educational needs. Create hands-on, play-based learning experiences that promote inquiry, problem-solving, creativity, collaboration, and independence. Observe, assess, and document children's progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD . Maintain accurate student records, assessment documentation, and progress reports. Establish and maintain a positive classroom culture that supports social-emotional learning, self-regulation, and respectful relationships. Build strong partnerships with families through conferences, workshops, classroom activities, and ongoing communication. Provide families with resources and strategies that support children's learning and development at home. Collaborate with administrators, instructional coaches, special service providers, and colleagues to support student success. Participate in required professional development, faculty meetings, and school-sponsored events. What You'll Need Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field (Required) . Valid New Jersey Preschool through Grade 3 (P-3) Instructional Certificate , including one of the following: Standard Certificate Certificate of Eligibility (CE) Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) Thorough knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices. Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching in a Universal Preschool, Head Start, Abbott/SDA district, or public preschool program. Experience implementing Creative Curriculum, Tools of the Mind, or comparable preschool curriculum preferred. Familiarity with the Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment system is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational, documentation, and classroom management skills. Ability to analyze assessment data and adjust instruction to support individual student growth. Proficiency with educational technology and digital assessment platforms. What We're Looking For We are looking for an educator who brings warmth, professionalism, creativity, and confidence to the classroom. The ideal candidate understands that teaching three-year-olds requires both a nurturing presence and the ability to establish clear, consistent expectations. A successful candidate will be someone who takes pride in their classroom, values strong partnerships with families, works collaboratively with colleagues, and is committed to providing children with an exceptional early learning experience.
Schedule & Compensation Full-Time, School Year:
September-June Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00
PM Salary:
$65,000 annually Benefits Competitive benefits package 401(k) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Professional Development Supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunity to make a lasting impact in a high-quality preschool program Education Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Experience Early Childhood Education:
Minimum of two (2) years (Required) License/Certification New Jersey Preschool through Grade (P-3) Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) (Required)
Job Type:
Full-time Work Location:
In Person Pay:
$65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
