Preschool Lead Teacher

Preschool Lead Teacher Special Education Preschool in Queens Middle Village, NY Job Details Full-time $35,000 - $40,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Early childhood education center experience CPR Certification Teamwork First aid Associate's degree in early childhood education Master's degree Classroom experience Lesson planning Associate's degree Full Job Description •$500 Sign-on bonus•Are you passionate about shaping young minds, creating joyful learning experiences, and making a lasting impact every single day? We're looking for an enthusiastic, nurturing, and experienced Preschool Lead Teacher to join our growing team! Our ideal candidate brings energy, creativity, patience, and a genuine love for working with young children in a warm and engaging early childhood environment. Responsibilities Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development Build strong relationships with children, families, and fellow educators Observe and assess student progress and communicate effectively with families Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and licensing standards Collaborate with staff to create a fun and enriching school culture Qualifications Associates's Degree in Early Childhood Education (required) Prior experience working with young children in a preschool or early childhood setting (required) Strong classroom management and communication skills Passion for early learning and child development Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Preferred Qualifications Birth-2 Early Childhood Certification (highly preferred) CPR/First Aid Certification Experience with play-based or child-centered curriculum models What We're Looking For We want someone who: Brings positivity and excitement into the classroom each day Loves creating hands-on, engaging learning experiences Values connection, creativity, and collaboration Believes every child deserves to feel seen, supported, and celebrated Why Join Us? Supportive and welcoming school community Opportunities for professional growth and development Meaningful work that makes a difference every day A joyful environment filled with curiosity, laughter, and learning!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

preschool : 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Degree in Early Childhood Education (Required)

Work Location:

In person