Lead 3K Teacher
$56k - $68kFull-time
The Learning Experience - Astoria
Benefits:
- Free uniforms
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
The Learning Experience – Astoria, NY
Full-Time | School Year Position
Start Date: September 1, 2026
Salary: $56,000–$68,000 annually, based on credentials and applicable DOE pay scale
The Learning Experience of Astoria is seeking a qualified, passionate, and dedicated 3-K Lead Teacher to join our team for the upcoming school year.
This is an immediate opening with a September 1st start date , and we are looking for an experienced early childhood educator who is ready to create a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom where young children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field required
- Experience working with preschool-aged children, preferably in a 3-K, Pre-K, or early childhood classroom
- Strong knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices
- Ability to create and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Familiarity with NYC DOE 3-K expectations, curriculum, assessments, and documentation is strongly preferred
- NYS teaching certification and/or additional credentials are a plus and may impact placement on the applicable salary scale
Responsibilities
As our 3-K Lead Teacher, you will:
- Lead a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate 3-K classroom
- Plan and implement meaningful learning experiences aligned with program and DOE expectations
- Support children's social-emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and creative development
- Maintain classroom documentation, assessments, portfolios, and other required records
- Establish consistent classroom routines and a positive learning environment
- Communicate regularly and professionally with families regarding their child's development and classroom experience
- Collaborate with school leadership, support staff, and fellow teachers
- Maintain all classroom and program requirements in accordance with DOE, DOHMH, and school policies
Compensation
Annual Salary: $56,000–$68,000
Final salary will be determined based on the candidate's education, certification, credentials, and applicable DOE salary/pay scale requirements.
Join Our Astoria Team!
We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible in preparation for the September 1st start of the school year.
If you are an enthusiastic early childhood educator who loves working with young children and wants to be part of a supportive, collaborative school community, we would love to hear from you.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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