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Pre-K Lead Teacher

$18.5 - $24 per hour

Tiny Steps Learning Center

Job Description

Job Description

Pre-K Lead Teacher – $18.50–$24/hr – Full-Time – Paterson, NJ

Pre-K Lead Teacher

Tiny Steps Learning Center – Paterson, NJ
Pay: $18.50–$24 per hour, based on experience, education, credentials, and performance
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday
Reports to: Center Director or Executive Director

Tiny Steps Learning Center is seeking a caring, experienced, and dependable Pre-K Lead Teacher to lead a high-quality classroom for children ages 3 to 5.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about early childhood education, strong in classroom management, and able to create a safe, structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and implement daily lessons aligned with early childhood learning standards.
  • Create a warm, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
  • Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
  • Use play-based and developmentally appropriate learning activities.
  • Supervise and support Assistant Teachers and classroom aides.
  • Maintain positive classroom management and strong routines.
  • Observe, assess, and document children’s progress.
  • Communicate professionally with families regarding progress, classroom activities, and milestones.
  • Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, assessments, and required classroom documentation.
  • Follow all Tiny Steps Learning Center policies, NJ childcare licensing requirements, and health and safety procedures.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
  • New Jersey P-3 Certification is a plus.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a Lead Teacher, Head Teacher, or Pre-K Teacher in an early childhood setting.
  • Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • CPR and First Aid certification preferred, or willingness to obtain.
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and actively engage with children indoors and outdoors.
  • Must meet NJ childcare clearance requirements.


Benefits:

  • Competitive pay.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Growth opportunities within the company.
  • Meaningful work with children, families, and the community.

How to Apply?

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume for consideration.

Tiny Steps Learning Center is looking for a dependable Pre-K Lead Teacher who is ready to lead a classroom, support children’s growth, and be part of a strong early childhood education team.

Vacancy posted 9 days ago
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