Lead Teacher - Summer Session

Position Description

This is a 6-week, full-time position for the Tompkins Hall Summer Session , running from June 30, 2025 to August 8, 2025 . The position follows a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday. The Lead Teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based experiences for children in a warm, collaborative setting.

Summary Job Responsibilities

Lead a mixed-age classroom in collaboration with 2 Associate Teachers

Supervise and support Associate Teachers, as well as student teachers or assistants, if applicable

Implement and model developmentally appropriate, play-based teaching practices

Ensure safe, responsive caregiving and classroom routines

Build and sustain strong, respectful relationships with families

Maintain regular, open communication with parents including informal conversations

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field

Current NYS Teaching Certification in Birth-Grade 2 ( required )

Minimum of 2 years experience teaching in a classroom with children aged 1-5

Completion of DOI fingerprinting and all relevant background clearances

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field

Compensation

Salary will be prorated based on the full-time annual salary range of $65,000-$75,000 and paid over the course of the 6-week summer session.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.