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Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center

Lead 1s Teacher

Pay: $55,000–$65,000/yr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Long Island City, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/28/2026

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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.

$39,705 / year median in New York

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center is a Reggio-inspired Mandarin Immersion Nursery & Preschool in New York City. We believe that early learning experiences profoundly impact a child's social, emotional, and intellectual development. Our student-led immersive language model is rooted in exploration, experimentation, and play. Introducing students to open-ended experiences early, we help create a foundation for complex problem solving for the rest of their lives. Our students are encouraged to explore learning through art, music, play, and nature. Our approach encourages young learners to deepen their knowledge of the most curious subjects. We are looking for motivated teachers who believe in Reggio-Emilia's philosophy. A teacher who can implement a student-centered and differentiated instruction classroom; work collaboratively, has excellent communication skills and is willing to work closely with families.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma and 5 years experience/Associates Degree in Early Childhood/Bachelors Degree or Study Plan in Early Childhood Education Maintain a nurturing and safe environment for children. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work and communicate with children, families, and colleagues. NYS certification (B-2 or N-6) a plus

Requirements:

Work Hours- Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Lift 30 pounds Fingerprints from DOI, be willing to have background checked, Child Abuse Recognition Workshop, Infection Disease Workshop, and obtain a medical.

Job Type:

Full-time Salary:

$55,000- $65000. per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$52,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Early Childhood Center :

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person