Preschool Teacher
The Learning Experience - New York-Upper West Side
Location
New York
Salary
$23 - $26 / HOUR
Quick overview
Lead daily instruction and activities for children ages 3-5 to prepare them for kindergarten. Manage a classroom team and maintain regular communication with families regarding student progress.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required. Candidates must meet New York State childcare licensing requirements and have strong classroom management skills.
Job description
Benefits
401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Preschool Lead Teacher (BA Required)
Location
- The Learning Experience –
- Upper
- West
- Side,
- New
- York,
- NY
- Pay: $23–$26 per hour
- Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Preschool Lead Teacher – School Readiness Classroom
The Learning Experience – Upper West Side is seeking a qualified Preschool Lead Teacher to guide a classroom serving children ages 3–5 in a structured, engaging early childhood environment focused on kindergarten readiness and social-emotional development.
This role is ideal for an educator who enjoys leading a classroom team while creating meaningful learning experiences that build confidence, independence, and early academic foundations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily preschool classroom instruction and activities Support early literacy, math readiness, and problem-solving development Create a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment Guide assistant teachers and maintain classroom consistency Communicate regularly with families regarding classroom progress and milestones Implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences Maintain compliance with New York State and NYC childcare licensing requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required Prior preschool classroom leadership experience preferred Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice Excellent classroom management and communication skills Must meet New York State childcare licensing requirements
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Competitive Salary
- Employee Discounts
- Flexible Schedule
- Free Uniforms
- Opportunity For Advancement
- Training & Development