Licensed Lead Teacher (3K/UPK)

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a foundation for lifelong learning? At Little Scholars, we believe in the power of play, creativity, and discovery in early childhood education. We’re looking for a caring and energetic Licensed Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team and help us provide exceptional care and learning experiences for our youngest learners.

What Makes Us Special?

At Little Scholars, our mission is to spark curiosity, promote joy, and cultivate growth in all areas of child development. Our curriculum nurtures every aspect of a child’s growth:

• Social/Emotional
• Cognitive
• Physical/Motor
• Self-Help/Adaptive
• Communicative/Language
  
  
  

We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where children thrive, families feel supported, and teachers are empowered to make a meaningful impact every day.

Your Daily Adventures Will Include:

• Creating a Safe and Nurturing Environment: Foster a warm and welcoming classroom where children feel secure to explore, grow, and develop.
• Engaging in Play-Based Learning: Implement age-appropriate activities that inspire curiosity, creativity, and joy.
• Building Strong Relationships: Establish trusting bonds with children and maintain open communication with families to support each child’s development.
• Tailoring Learning Experiences: Adapt lesson plans and activities to the developmental needs of each child, meeting their physical, social, and cognitive milestones.
• Documenting Growth: Observe and record developmental progress, ensuring that parents are informed and involved in their child's learning journey.
• Maintaining a Safe Space: Supervise children to ensure their safety, and maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.
• Collaborating as a Team: Work with fellow teachers and staff to create a supportive and collaborative work environment.
  
  
  

Who Are We Looking For?

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field (Minimum of 12 CORE ECE Units).
• A Valid NYS B-2 Teaching Certificate.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience working at a licensed daycare or public school.
• Familiarity with early childhood curricula, such as Exploration Curriculum & Units of Study.
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a passion for fostering early learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with children and families effectively.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing attitude toward young learners.
• Ability to meet state and licensing requirements for this position.
• Ability to commute to the location at 345 Adams St. Brooklyn, NY 11201
  
  
  

Bonus Points For:

• Knowledge of additional languages.
  
  
  

Compensation:

• $56,070 - $68,652 per year, depending on experience