Preschool Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Early Childhood

Date Posted:
5/11/2026

Location:
Bordentown Regional School District

Date Available:
09/01/2026

Closing Date:
Until filled
BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PRESCHOOL TEACHER

Anticipated Vacancy - September 1, 2026

10-Month Position - Tenure Track

Salary: In Accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement

CERTIFICATION

Valid NJ Teacher Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) or Standard Certificate - Preschool through Grade 3 (P-3) or Elementary (K 6)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Preschool Teacher - General Education is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating a developmentally appropriate educational program for preschool-age children in the Bordentown Regional School District's general education preschool program. The Preschool Teacher creates a nurturing, language-rich, and engaging learning environment that supports the whole-child development of each student across cognitive, social-emotional, language, physical, and self-help domains. The teacher delivers instruction aligned with the New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards, maintains collaborative relationships with families, and partners with Child Study Team staff and special education colleagues to support students with diverse learning needs through inclusive practices.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Instruction & Curriculum

Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate, play-based, and inquiry-driven instruction aligned to the New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards

Design daily schedules, routines, and learning experiences that support development across all domains: cognitive, language, literacy, mathematics, social-emotional, physical, and self-help

Create and maintain an organized, print-rich, and materials-rich classroom environment that promotes exploration, independence, and engagement

Differentiate instruction to address the diverse developmental levels, learning styles, and cultural backgrounds represented in the classroom

Integrate literacy and language development into all areas of the curriculum through read-alouds, shared writing, vocabulary instruction, and conversation

Implement the district's adopted preschool curriculum with fidelity while incorporating teacher-designed extensions and enrichment

Use formative and observational assessment tools (e.g., Teaching Strategies GOLD or equivalent) to document and analyze child progress

Social-Emotional Learning & Classroom Management

Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and relationship-centered classroom community

Implement proactive, research-based classroom management strategies that support self-regulation, cooperation, and conflict resolution

Model and explicitly teach social skills, problem-solving, and emotional literacy as part of daily instruction

Respond to student behavioral and social-emotional needs with empathy, consistency, and appropriate professional strategies

Collaborate with school counselors, social workers, and building administration to support students with elevated social-emotional needs

Assessment & Data

Conduct ongoing, authentic assessment of student learning and development using observation, work samples, anecdotal records, and developmental screening tools

Analyze assessment data to inform instructional planning, identify students who may need additional support, and communicate progress to families

Contribute to child study and intervention planning processes for students demonstrating developmental concerns

Participate in district and building-level data review cycles and professional learning communities

Family & Community Engagement

Establish welcoming, respectful, and consistent two-way communication with families through conferences, newsletters, digital platforms, and informal check-ins

Conduct required family conferences (fall and spring) to share developmental progress and set shared learning goals

Involve families as active partners in their child's learning by sharing strategies for home extension of classroom concepts

Respond promptly and professionally to family inquiries, concerns, and requests

Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Child Study Team, special education staff, and related service providers to support students with IEPs or 504 Plans in inclusive preschool settings

Participate in the Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) process for students demonstrating academic, behavioral, or developmental concerns

Supervise and provide instructional direction to assigned paraprofessionals and classroom aides

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment in accordance with district and state health and safety standards

Attend and actively contribute to staff meetings, professional development, and building-level initiatives

Complete all required documentation, records, and reports accurately and on established timelines

Adhere to all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, and professional standards of conduct

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Valid New Jersey teaching certificate or Certificate of Eligibility - Preschool through Grade 3 (P-3) or Elementary (K 6)

Knowledge of child development theory and developmentally appropriate practice for children ages 3 5

Familiarity with the New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards

Understanding of play-based learning, emergent literacy, and early mathematics development

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to build positive, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues

Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience teaching in a public-school preschool or early childhood classroom

Experience with Teaching Strategies GOLD or a comparable developmental assessment platform

Familiarity with co-teaching, inclusive practices, and collaboration with special education staff

Knowledge of tiered intervention frameworks (MTSS/RTI) as applied to early childhood settings

Bilingual or multilingual proficiency a plus

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to actively supervise, move about, and interact with young children throughout the school day in indoor and outdoor settings

Ability to bend, kneel, sit on the floor, and lift or assist children weighing up to 40 pounds as needed

Capacity to manage a dynamic classroom environment with frequent movement, noise, and child-directed activity

Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to monitor student safety and respond to classroom needs

EVALUATION

Performance in this position will be evaluated annually by the Building Principal or designee in accordance with the New Jersey Administrative Code (N.J.A.C. 6A:10), the district's adopted evaluation framework, and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between the Bordentown Regional School District and the Bordentown Regional Education Association (BREA).

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following materials to be considered for this position:

Letter of interest & current resume addressed to the Superintendent of Schools

Copy of valid New Jersey teaching certificate or Certificate of Eligibility

Three current professional references with contact information

Completed BRSD employment application through Frontline

Submit application materials to:

Human Resources Office - Bordentown Regional School District

318 Ward Avenue, Bordentown, NJ 08505

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The Bordentown Regional School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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