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Preschool Lead Teacher (Early Childhood Education)
Location: The Learning Experience - Upper West Side, New York, NY
Pay: $23-$26 per hour (based on education and experience)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Preschool Lead Teacher - School Readiness Classroom
The Learning Experience - Upper West Side is seeking an experienced and passionate Preschool Lead Teacher to guide our preschool classroom. This role is ideal for an educator who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences that foster confidence, curiosity, and kindergarten readiness while leading a collaborative classroom team.
As a Preschool Lead Teacher, you will create a nurturing, structured environment where children develop academically, socially, and emotionally through purposeful play and our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily classroom routines for preschool-aged children
Implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons using the L.E.A.P. Curriculum
Foster childrens language, literacy, math readiness, social-emotional, and cognitive development
Create a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
Mentor and support assistant teachers while maintaining classroom consistency
Build strong partnerships with families through regular communication and developmental updates
Observe, document, and support childrens developmental progress
Maintain compliance with New York State and NYC health, safety, and licensing requirements
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education required
Previous preschool classroom leadership experience preferred
Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
CPR and First Aid certification preferred
Must meet all New York State and NYC childcare licensing requirements
What We Offer
Competitive hourly pay of $23-$26 based on education and experience
Paid time off and recognized holidays
Medical, dental, and vision benefit options
Professional development and leadership advancement opportunities
Employee childcare discount
Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
Apply Today
Join The Learning Experience - Upper West Side and lead a preschool classroom where children build confidence, independence, and strong foundations for lifelong learning.
Compensation: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.