Certified Lead Teacher

UPK Certified Lead Teacher - Jim Dooley Early Learning Center

Finger Lakes Health is seeking a passionate and experienced Certified Teacher to join our Jim Dooley Early Learning Center!

Full-Time | Day Shift | No Weekends | $22.71/hour

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Employees!
Competitive Benefits & PTO Package
Career Growth & Professional Development Opportunities

Are you an experienced early childhood educator looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of young children while growing your career?

Join the Jim Dooley Early Learning Center at Finger Lakes Health , where you'll be part of a supportive team committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and nurturing care to children in our community.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Full-time day shift
• No weekend hours required
• $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees
• $22.71 per hour
• Competitive benefits and paid time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunity to mentor and support fellow educators
• Make a meaningful impact on children and families every day

What You'll Do

As a UPK Certified Lead Teacher , you'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide nurturing, individualized care based on each child's developmental needs, in partnership with families
• Develop and implement a high-quality, developmentally appropriate Pre-K curriculum
• Follow NYS Department of Education Pre-K standards, NAEYC standards, NYS regulations, and Center policies
• Attend monthly UPK meetings with the Geneva School District
• Supervise and mentor Teaching Assistants, helping them develop their skills and achieve professional goals
• Serve as a preceptor for new teachers , providing guidance and support throughout orientation and training
• Collaborate with other Lead Teachers to plan, organize, and evaluate Center educational programs
• Participate in Center improvement initiatives and help promote a culture of continuous learning
• Complete classroom documentation accurately and efficiently
• Prepare newsletters and other communications for families
• Conduct Pre-K entrance developmental screenings and online assessments
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators

What We're Looking For

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• NYS teaching license, or a written plan to obtain certification within 5 years

Certification

• Valid NYS teaching license or certificate qualifying the candidate to provide services in the childhood grades established by NYS Education Law is required for the UPK Lead Teacher position

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of full-time teaching experience in an educational preschool or related classroom setting

You'll Stand Out If You Have

• Experience working in a Pre-K or early childhood education setting
• Experience mentoring or supervising other educators
• Knowledge of NYS Pre-K standards and NAEYC standards
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A collaborative, positive approach to working with children, families, and colleagues
• A genuine passion for helping young children learn and thrive

Make a Difference in a Child's Future

If you're an experienced teacher who is ready to lead, mentor, inspire, and help young children build the foundation for lifelong learning , we want to meet you!

Join Finger Lakes Health and become part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education in our community.

UPK Certified Lead Teacher

$22.71/hour | Full-Time | Day Shift | No Weekends
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Employees
Competitive Benefits & PTO
Professional Growth Opportunities

Apply today and take the next step in your early childhood education career!

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