Pre-K Lead Teacher

What You'll Do

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned curriculum (including NYS Pre-K/UPK expectations, if applicable)
• Support early literacy, math, and social-emotional development
• Create a structured, engaging classroom that promotes independence and positive behavior
• Lead daily routines, small group instruction, and whole group activities
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers
• Maintain ongoing child assessments, observations, and documentation
• Build strong partnerships with families through consistent communication
• Ensure full compliance with NYS OCFS (and UPK, if applicable) regulations and center policies

What Magical Beginnings offers you

• Paid sick time
• 13 paid holidays*, plus a guaranteed paid week-long winter break
• Paid snow days and vacation time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage
• Parental leave
• Child care discount
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• Referral and enrollment bonuses
• Classroom tablets
• A budget for classroom supplies
• Paid classroom planning time
• Mentor program
• Teacher appreciation events
• Team building activities
• Holiday parties and seasonal events
• School community outreach projects

*Available to full-time employees only

\n $17 - $24 an hour Payroll is processed weekly. \n

About Magical Beginnings

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement—and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.

Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.