Urgently Hiring!

Position: Head Teacher Preschool (Part-time/Fill-time)

Type: Part-Time/Full -time

Location: White Plains, NY

About Us:
Prospect Academy of Westchester is a multilingual Montessori-based early childhood daycare center dedicated to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners. We are committed to providing high-quality education that embraces cultural diversity and promotes holistic child development.

Job Description:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Head Teacher for our afternoon English program. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to the Montessori philosophy. This role involves guiding and nurturing children, creating engaging educational activities, and maintaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the afternoon English program for preschool children
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans
• Ensure compliance with the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom

Requirements:

• Availability: afternoon hours 1:00pm - 5:00 pm availability is a must
• Education: CDA (Child Development Associate) or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years working with young children
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge: Familiarity with OCFS rules and regulations for daycare centers
• Desirable: Experience with the Montessori approach;

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• early childhood: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person