Co-Teacher

The Riverside Church·New York

$45,000 - $50,000/yrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

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Co-Teacher · $45,000 - $50,000/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-25% vs. median posted salary for classroom teacher roles in New York ($60,000, n=1060)

$1,146 · p10p90 · $320,000

this role: $45,000median $60,000

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,060 posted classroom teacher roles in New York salarys. This role sits in the 31st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 25% below the New York median for classroom teacher roles.

Partner with the lead teacher to create a safe, engaging play-based classroom for three-year-olds. Responsibilities include collaborating on emergent curriculum, documenting learning, and communicating with families.

Co-Teacher for The Weekday School

Location: The Riverside Church in the City of New York (New York, NY)

Reports to: Head of Weekday School

Department: Weekday School

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Pay Range

$45,000 - $50,000 commensurate upon experience

Job Description

We are seeking a warm, dependable co-teacher to join our play-based preschool serving three year old children. In this role, you'll partner with the lead teacher to create a safe, engaging classroom, support daily routines, document children's learning, and communicate kindly with families.

Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborating on emergent curriculum
maintaining a tidy, welcoming environment
participating in occasional school events

Minimum Position Requirements
Bachelor's in Education or a Master's in Education.
New York State Teaching Certificate, highly preferred.
CPR/First Aid or willingness to obtain.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
No employee or applicant for employment shall be discriminated against in any term or condition of employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are constantly striving to make our organization anti-racist.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values.
As an employee, you become part of that mission.

No relocation or sponsorship provided.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education and CPR/First Aid certification. A New York State Teaching Certificate is highly preferred.

bachelor degree
postgraduate degree
Collaboration
CPR
Family Communication
Classroom Management
Curriculum Development
First Aid
Play-based Learning
Child Documentation

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $45,000 - $50,000/yr
Location: New York
Posted: Jul 21, 2026
Application: Employer website

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