Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher (Ditmas Park)

Home > Careers > Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher (Ditmas Park) Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher (Ditmas Park) We are looking for a 3K/Pre-K Lead Teacher who will help to ensure our goal – to provide the highest quality of early childhood education using theories from creative and high-scope educational models. 631 E 18th St, Brooklyn, NY 11226 Full-Time On-site $56,070.00+ per year Posted August 25, 2026 We are looking for a 3K/Pre-K Lead Teacher who will help to ensure our goal – to provide the highest quality of early childhood education using theories from creative and high-scope educational models Little Scholars is always innovating, that is why our ideas and curriculum will stimulate all five areas of development: social/emotional cognitive physical/motor self-help/adaptive communicative/language Our primary goal is to get the finest educational results possible through a comprehensive approach. Our alums take initiative in elementary school and get honours marks. The mission of Little Scholars is to ensure comprehensive development for each child and careful monitoring of all students during active learning, valuing diversity and individual needs. We need a professional who will not just follow our progressive curriculum. But someone who shows interest in work and a gentle approach to children provides care so that parents are sure that their children are in a favorable environment. Key Responsibilities In your day-to-day activities, you will work on: Creating a safe environment where children will play and learn effectively and with pleasure Closely cooperation with parents to meet their needs for providing the best possible care and education for their children Implementation of the curriculum tailored to the individual needs of each child Preparation of lesson plans, programs, and timetables successfully balancing academic and children’s needs. Preparation of teaching aids/materials for classes in accordance with the developed plans Assistance and provision of necessary support for children who have social, academic or adaptational problems Maintaining documentation, completing required academy and classroom paperwork Taking part in parent-teacher meetings when necessary, providing parents with an assessment of the academic progress of their children, and answering questions Assisting and supervising children during all activities: play, education, routine (meals times and cleaning up) Ensuring the safety of children, preventing injury and accidents by keeping equipment in order and carefully supervising children Requirements Required qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related fields (Minimum of 12 CORE ECE Units) At least 1 year of previous teaching experience at a licensed daycare/public school Familiarity with the Exploration Curriculum & Units of Study Ability to develop activities that are fun and educational for young children Ability to instruct young children on rules of conduct and to learn new tasks Ability to effectively communicate with children and parents Proficient active listening skills to understand and adapt to the various needs of children and parents Patience and compassion are suitable for working with young children- Meet state requirements for the position Advantages: Additional knowledge of other languages Valid NYS B-2 Teaching Certificate Benefits & compensation Why working with us is a good idea: Salary: $56,070.00 – $68,652.00 per year 401(k) Health insurance Vision insurance Schedule: 5 working days per week 8 working hours per day Location: 631 E 18th St, Brooklyn, NY 11226 Hiring process: Online interview with our Talent Team Partner (20 min) Offline interview with the Hiring Manager (1h) Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In-person (On-site) Salary: $56,000.00 – $68,652.00 per year 401(k) Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you available to work Monday-Friday 8am-6pm? Do you hold a degree in one of the fiels: Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education or Special Education? What is the best way of communication for you? Education: Associate (Required) Experience: Childcare: 1 year (Required) Little Scholars provides premium early childhood education across 8 centers in Brooklyn and Manhattan, built on the Creative Curriculum and HighScope models — nurturing every area of a child’s development since 2013. #J-18808-Ljbffr Littlescholarsnyc