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Lead Preschool Teacher

$21 - $26 per hour

The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
Lead Preschool Teacher
Location: The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY
Pay: $21–$26 per hour (based on education and experience)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Lead Preschool Teacher – Inspire Young Learners Every Day

The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Lead Preschool Teacher to guide our preschool classroom. We're looking for an educator who is passionate about creating engaging learning experiences while helping children develop the confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills they'll carry into kindergarten and beyond.

As the Lead Preschool Teacher, you'll mentor your classroom team, build strong partnerships with families, and create a positive environment where every child feels supported and excited to learn.

What You'll Do

  • Lead a preschool classroom using The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum

  • Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support kindergarten readiness

  • Foster children's literacy, math, science, creativity, and social-emotional development through hands-on learning

  • Create a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom where children can thrive

  • Supervise and mentor Assistant Teachers while promoting teamwork and classroom consistency

  • Observe children's developmental progress and communicate regularly with families

  • Maintain compliance with all New York State and New York City licensing regulations and health and safety standards

  • Collaborate with center leadership to uphold the highest standards of educational excellence

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, CDA, or High School Diploma with at least five years of relevant early childhood experience

  • Previous experience leading a preschool classroom preferred

  • Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices

  • Excellent leadership, classroom management, and communication skills

  • CPR and First Aid certification preferred

  • Must meet all applicable New York State and New York City childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay of $21–$26 per hour

  • Paid time off and recognized holidays

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefit options

  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities

  • Employee childcare discount

  • Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment

Apply Today

Join The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen and lead a preschool classroom where children build confidence, develop lifelong skills, and discover the joy of learning every day while growing your own career in early childhood education.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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