Universal Pre K Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

In Partnership with the Flemington-Raritan School District

Full-Time | School-Year Position | School Holidays Off | Monday–Friday

The Goddard School of Flemington is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Universal Pre-K (UPK) Teacher to join our team in collaboration with the Flemington-Raritan School District .

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of New Jersey's Universal Preschool Program , providing high-quality early childhood education that prepares children for kindergarten and lifelong success. We are looking for an educator who believes in creating an engaging, inclusive, and nurturing classroom where every child can thrive through purposeful play and meaningful learning experiences.

If you are committed to excellence in Early Childhood Education and enjoy working in a collaborative school-community partnership, we encourage you to apply!

Why Join The Goddard School of Flemington?

At The Goddard School, we value our educators and recognize that exceptional teachers make a lasting impact on children's lives. We provide a supportive, collaborative environment where teachers are encouraged to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference every day.

The Goddard School of Flemington is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We're looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about early childhood education
• Creates engaging, hands-on learning experiences
• Believes every child can succeed
• Builds strong relationships with children and families
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and school district partners
• Is reflective, organized, and eager to grow professionally
• Promotes inclusion, diversity, and positive social-emotional development

If you're ready to inspire young learners and become part of a collaborative team committed to educational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join The Goddard School of Flemington in partnership with the Flemington-Raritan School District to help prepare our youngest learners for a lifetime of success.

The Universal Pre-K Teacher will plan and implement high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards while working in partnership with the Flemington-Raritan School District .

The ideal candidate will create a classroom that supports children's academic, social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development while fostering a lifelong love of learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with the Universal Preschool curriculum.
• Create a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Implement the Pyramid Model to promote positive social-emotional development and classroom behavior.
• Utilize Teaching Strategies GOLD® to observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress.
• Implement Tools of the Mind instructional practices to support executive functioning, self-regulation, literacy, and school readiness.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of every child.
• Build strong partnerships with families through ongoing communication and conferences.
• Maintain accurate student records, assessments, and documentation.
• Collaborate with school district personnel, administrators, instructional coaches, and support staff.
• Participate in required professional development, staff meetings, and district trainings.
• Ensure compliance with all New Jersey Department of Education, state licensing, and program requirements.
• Foster a classroom culture that encourages curiosity, creativity, independence, and respect.

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• New Jersey Preschool through Grade 3 (P-3) Teaching Certification or eligibility
• Experience teaching preschool or pre-kindergarten children
• Knowledge of the Pyramid Model
• Experience using Teaching Strategies GOLD® assessment system
• Knowledge of Tools of the Mind curriculum and instructional practices
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred

• Experience teaching in a Universal Preschool or NJDOE-funded preschool program
• Experience collaborating with public school districts
• CPR and First Aid Certification

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Child Care Discount
• Competitive salary based on education and experience
• School-year schedule following the Flemington-Raritan School District calendar
• School holidays and scheduled school breaks off
• Monday–Friday schedule
• Daily work hours of 8:25 AM–3:45 PM
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible employees)
• Supportive leadership and instructional coaching
• Collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Positive and family-oriented workplace