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About the Role
The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Lead Preschool Teacher to guide our preschool classroom. We're looking for an educator who is passionate about creating engaging learning experiences while helping children develop the confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills they'll carry into kindergarten and beyond. As the Lead Preschool Teacher, you'll mentor your classroom team, build strong partnerships with families, and create a positive environment where every child feels supported and excited to learn.
Responsibilities
- Lead a preschool classroom using The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum
- Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support kindergarten readiness
- Foster children's literacy, math, science, creativity, and social-emotional development through hands-on learning
- Create a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom where children can thrive
- Supervise and mentor Assistant Teachers while promoting teamwork and classroom consistency
- Observe children's developmental progress and communicate regularly with families
- Maintain compliance with all New York State and New York City licensing regulations and health and safety standards
- Collaborate with center leadership to uphold the highest standards of educational excellence
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, CDA, or High School Diploma with at least five years of relevant early childhood experience
- Previous experience leading a preschool classroom preferred
- Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices
- Excellent leadership, classroom management, and communication skills
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
- Must meet all applicable New York State and New York City childcare licensing requirements
Skills
- Child development
- Developmentally appropriate practices
- Leadership
- Classroom management
- Communication
Location
- Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY
Work Type
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- Experience leading a preschool classroom preferred
- At least five years of relevant early childhood experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education
- CDA
- High School Diploma
Salary/Compensations
- $21–$26 per hour
Benefits
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
About the Company
- The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Lead Preschool Teacher to guide our preschool classroom.
- We're looking for an educator who is passionate about creating engaging learning experiences while helping children develop the confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills they'll carry into kindergarten and beyond.
- Join The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen and lead a preschool classroom where children build confidence, develop lifelong skills, and discover the joy of learning every day while growing your own career in early childhood education.