Preschool Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher – Preschool – State-funded / Abbott – Plainfield, NJ\

Second Street Youth Center Inc. – Plainfield, NJ Non-exempt\

Instruct students at the preschool level in accordance with the HighScope curriculum.\

Develop and implement lesson plans that demonstrate a thorough understanding of curriculum.\

Implement and model developmentally appropriate practice in all areas of instruction, including communication, and positive guidance strategies.\

Implement classroom management strategies which promote student responsibility, problem solving skills, and student accountability.\

Demonstrate the ability to supervise students in a safe, nurturing, positive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.\

Work as a team player with designated teaching team.\

Log student attendance and meal counts daily.\

Conduct developmental screenings, ongoing assessments, and parent conferences within required collection periods.\

Maintain well-written anecdotal notes, SGOs, and COR advantage collections.\

Participate in teacher meetings, professional learning communities (PLCs), and professional development training as required.\

Actively participate in special program initiatives including community activities and events.\

All applicants must fully meet the minimum requirements for consideration.\

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, 1 year of teaching experience in a preschool setting, or equivalent experience working with children

.\

Preschool through Third Grade (P-3) teacher certification REQUIRED (certificate of eligibility or certificate of eligibility with advance standing)\

Proficiency of communication skills must include coherent speaking, reading, writing, comprehension, interpretation, and delivery of instructions in both the oral and written form.\

Experience with State-Funded Preschool (formerly Abbott) standards.\

Knowledge of HighScope curriculum, NAEYC standards, and GROW NJ Kids initiative.

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Job Type : Full-time

Salary : $64,000- $75,000 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule :

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education :

• Bachelor's (Required)

License / Certification :

• Limited CE, CE or CEAS (Required)

Work Location : One location

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Job Type : Full-time

Pay : From $64,000.00 per year

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education :

• Bachelor's (Required)

License / Certification :

• CE / CEAS or Standard P3; NJ requires this certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

• Plainfield, NJ 07060 : Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location : In person