Certified Lead Teacher

UPK Certified Lead Teacher – Jim Dooley Early Learning Center

Finger Lakes Health is seeking a passionate and experienced Certified Teacher to join our Jim Dooley Early Learning Center!

Full-Time | Day Shift | No Weekends | $22.71/hour

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Employees! Competitive Benefits & PTO Package Career Growth & Professional Development Opportunities

Are you an experienced early childhood educator looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of young children while growing your career?

Join the Jim Dooley Early Learning Center at Finger Lakes Health, where you'll be part of a supportive team committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and nurturing care to children in our community.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Full-time day shift
• No weekend hours required
• $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees
• $22.71 per hour
• Competitive benefits and paid time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunity to mentor and support fellow educators
• Make a meaningful impact on children and families every day

What You'll Do

As a UPK Certified Lead Teacher, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide nurturing, individualized care based on each child's developmental needs, in partnership with families
• Develop and implement a high-quality, developmentally appropriate Pre-K curriculum
• Follow NYS Department of Education Pre-K standards, NAEYC standards, NYS regulations, and Center policies
• Attend monthly UPK meetings with the Geneva School District
• Supervise and mentor Teaching Assistants, helping them develop their skills and achieve professional goals
• Serve as a preceptor for new teachers, providing guidance and support throughout orientation and training
• Collaborate with other Lead Teachers to plan, organize, and evaluate Center educational programs
• Participate in Center improvement initiatives and help promote a culture of continuous learning
• Complete classroom documentation accurately and efficiently
• Prepare newsletters and other communications for families
• Conduct Pre-K entrance developmental screenings and online assessments
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators

What We're Looking For

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• NYS teaching license, or a written plan to obtain certification within 5 years

Certification

• Valid NYS teaching license or certificate qualifying the candidate to provide services in the childhood grades established by NYS Education Law is required for the UPK Lead Teacher position

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of full-time teaching experience in an educational preschool or related classroom setting

You'll Stand Out If You Have

• Experience working in a Pre-K or early childhood education setting
• Experience mentoring or supervising other educators
• Knowledge of NYS Pre-K standards and NAEYC standards
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A collaborative, positive approach to working with children, families, and colleagues
• A genuine passion for helping young children learn and thrive

Make a Difference in a Child's Future

If you're an experienced teacher who is ready to lead, mentor, inspire, and help young children build the foundation for lifelong learning, we want to meet you!

Join Finger Lakes Health and become part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education in our community.