PRESCHOOL TEACHER (P-3 CERTIFICATION)

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY: The Leaguers, Incorporated is seeking Full-time Preschool Teachers for its Newark Preschool Classrooms for the 2026-2027 School Year.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:  

Our Head Start Teachers provide high-quality early childhood services in a developmentally appropriate, safe, and supervised educational setting for children while they are in the preschool learning environment. Teachers promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children and encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program. Our teachers develop individual goals for children, provide an ongoing assessment of progress, and facilitate transition into kindergarten. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities that foster the cognitive, emotional, and physical growth of young children, which is inclusive of children with special needs;
• Ensures that the classroom staff follows regulations outlined in the Head Start Performance Standards, the Employee Handbook, and licensing requirements;
• Provides opportunities for the integration of other service areas (health, mental health, nutrition & safety);
• Responsible for weekly lesson plans, written reports, personal observations, screenings, and assessments;
• Creating an environment that fosters and promotes parent engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MUST hold Pre-School through Grade 3 (P3) New Jersey State Certification (Standard or Certificate of Eligibility, Certificate of Eligibility w/Advanced Standing or Limited Certificate of Eligibility);
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K) or related field;
• Bilingual - English/Spanish preferred.

LOCATIONS:
101-103 Arlington Street, Newark 
731 Clinton Avenue, Newark 
750 Clinton Avenue, Newark 
999 Broad Street, Newark 
Judith Diggs Center, Newark 

200 So. Orange Avenue, Newark 
553-567 Orange Street, Newark 
302-324 Springfield Avenue, Newark 

100 Linden Avenue, Irvington
10-12 Marshall Street, Irvington

*Candidates' assignments will be based on program needs and employee preference.

STARTING SALARY: 

Based on location and experience 

*** SIGN-ON BONUS FOR TEACHERS WHO HAVE A STANDARD P3 CERTIFICATION
*All teaching experience will be considered during salary negotiations

FRINGE BENEFITS:
Ten (10) Month Position
Benefit Package (Health, Prescription, Dental, and Life Insurance) *Free Options Available
403-B Retirement Plan
Sick and Personal days
Paid Holidays
Winter and Spring Recess
State-of-the-Art Classrooms
Monthly Professional Development Training

Application Procedure: All interested candidates must apply online.  All certifications, resume, letters of reference, Praxis scores and transcripts must be uploaded before the closing date of the posting to be considered for any position with The Leaguers, Inc.  Do not mail or email these documents. Once you submit an application, you will receive an email confirmation.  This is your confirmation; please do not call to inquire if it has been received.  All candidates of interest will be contacted by the hiring department.
Selection Procedure:  Candidates being considered for the position will be contacted by the hiring department to schedule an interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Leaguers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The Leaguers, Inc. does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. The Leaguers have a policy of active recruitment of qualified teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in completing a job application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.