Lead Teacher, Early Childhood

Job overview

The Lead Teacher, Early Childhood role is onsite in New York, NY, with stated pay of $20–$26 per hour. The new Lenox Hill Goddard School uses play-based learning and the Wonder of Learning curriculum to support children’s curiosity and development. The teacher plans and leads developmentally appropriate instruction, maintains a safe and inclusive classroom, and communicates with families about children’s progress. The role also documents learning, supports positive behavior, and collaborates with assistant and resource teachers.

What you'll do

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using the Wonder of Learning curriculum
• maintain a safe, nurturing, inclusive classroom
• communicate with families about daily activities and progress
• supervise children indoors and outdoors
• observe, assess, and document learning
• participate in professional development
• support assistant and resource teachers
• use positive guidance strategies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead teacher

early childhood education

wonder of learning

child development

classroom instruction

family communication

new york ny

lenox hill

goddard school

$20–$26/hr

paid time off

tuition assistance

401(k)

training and development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), paid time off, tuition assistance, training and development, and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

The posting describes a newly built Lenox Hill school and lists several qualification pathways for lead teachers in infant, one-year-old, or two-year-old programs; an associate degree or higher is preferred.

About the employer

The Goddard School of Manhattan (Lenox Hill), NY is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.