Job detail
UPK Preschool Lead Teacher
Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/17/2026
Location
City of Watertown, New York
Salary
$53,000 - $60,000 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher will provide exceptional care and instruction to preschool children aged 3 to 5 within inclusive classrooms, working alongside special education teachers and assistants. Responsibilities include teaching developmentally appropriate academic and social skills through various interaction methods and preparing instructional materials.
Requirements summary
Candidates should possess a passion for the mission, expertise in child development, and a warm, engaging, family-Centered approach. A degree in early childhood education or a related field is required, and an active nys teacher certification is preferred.
bachelor degreeCommunicationAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingData AnalysisBehavior ManagementPlanningCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementInstructionEarly Childhood EducationSpecial Education SupportLanguage-Based Instruction
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Holidays
- 401(k)
- Paid Training
- 401(k) Matching
- Competitive Salary
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Childcare Discount
- Wellness Resources
- Training & Development
- Opportunity for Advancement
- Break Weeks
- Student Loan Forgiveness Participation
- Professional Mentoring Program
- Company-Sponsored Medical Insurance
- Paperless Technology
- Paid Summer Break Weeks