The lead teacher will facilitate play-based enrichment activities to support the mental, physical, and social development of children. They are also responsible for co-teaching lesson plans and performing essential childcare duties such as feeding, diapering, and cleaning.
The Learning Experience – Clinton Hill (TLE – Clinton Hill) is seeking candidates for Lead Teachers for our twos program. Our play-based early childhood development center in the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn serving children from six weeks to five years of age.
TLE – Clinton Hill is a high-quality childcare and early childhood learning center. Using child-centric activities and play, combined with a research-based curriculum, TLE – Clinton Hill covers all aspects of a child's most important developmental years. It is important for members of our team to participate in on-going professional development in order to keep up with the ever-changing trends in the field of early childhood education. Our goal is to provide growth opportunities to team members who demonstrate flexibility, growth mindset, cooperative teamwork, receptiveness to feedback and excellent communication skills towards coworkers, children and families.
Candidates must hold an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Additionally, at least two years of supervised experience in a preschool setting is required.
Market context
Demand for preschool lead teachers in New York is often tied to licensed early childhood programs, where employers look for candidates who can work within NYC Department of Health Article 47 requirements. This role is competitive because programs typically want both an early childhood degree and prior experience with children under six. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience with Article 47 and prepare examples of classroom planning and family communication.
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