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St. Mark's Cooperative Nursery School

Preschool Head Teacher - 3s

Pay: $30/hr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Rockville Centre, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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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

3s Preschool Head Teacher (Play-Based Cooperative Preschool)

Location:

Rockville Centre, NY Schedule:

Monday - Thursday | 8:45 AM - 1:15

PM Starting Pay:

$30.00 / hour (plus paid time for setup, parent-teacher conferences, and prep)

Position Type:

Part-Time About Our School:

For over 50 years, our cooperative preschool has been a beloved cornerstone of the community. We are deeply committed to a play-based philosophy , believing that children learn best when they are exploring, creating, and engaging with the world around them. As a cooperative school, we value a strong partnership between educators and families to create a nurturing, joyful, and supportive first school experience. Position Overview We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated PreSchool 3s Head Teacher to lead our classroom. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of early childhood development, a passion for child-led play, and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cooperative families. Key Responsibilities Lead the

Classroom:

Design and implement a vibrant, developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum for students.

Foster Community:

Maintain open, positive communication with parents and cooperative family participants.

Assess & Connect:

Conduct parent-teacher conferences and provide insight into student development.

Prepare & Create:

Manage classroom setup and prep to ensure a safe, engaging, and organized learning environment.

Qualifications Certification:

Must hold a valid New York State (NYS) Teacher Certification (Early Childhood certification strongly preferred). Experience teaching in an early childhood setting (experience with play-based or cooperative models is a huge plus). A warm, patient, and collaborative approach to education. How to Apply If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be a part of a historic, community-focused school, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief introduction to: Michelle Creegan stmarks.michellecreegan@gmail.com

Pay:

From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person