2026-2027 Lead Preschool Teacher

Role: Lead Preschool TeacherLocation: Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Long Island City, QueensSalary Range: $56,000-$80,000 /year based on education and certificationReports to: Head of SchoolSchedule: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm during the school year (summer and school breaks off)About us:New York Preschool & Kids Club is an early childhood education and enrichment program serving modern New York families through our combination of enrichment classes and preschool education. With multiple schools across New York City, NYPKC blends a research-backed, play-based curriculum with a fun and supportive environment, delivering a full family experience for children and parents.About the RoleWe are looking for a dedicated Lead Preschool Teacher to join our mission of giving New York City’s youngest learners a joyful, solid foundation for lifelong learning. In this role, you’ll be the leader of an inclusive, nurturing 2’s, 3’s, or 4’s classroom, utilizing either the Creative Curriculum or Tools of the Mind Curriculum to guide students through a journey of intentional play. More than just a teacher, you’ll be the architect of a culture that fosters inquiry, independence, and social-emotional intelligence, and inspires children to become lifelong learners.What You’ll DoThe Architect of Learning: Use the Creative Curriculum (DOE) or Tools of the Mind Curriculum (Private) as your foundation to build engaging, play-based, experiential lessons that spark curiosity in preschoolers ages 2, 3, or 4.The Safety Anchor: Ensure every student’s health and safety is the top priority. You’ll maintain a "safe-to-fail" environment where children feel secure enough to take risks and explore their world.The Developmental Guide: Support "the whole child"- physically, cognitively, and emotionally, all while helping them navigate big feelings and big milestones.The Family Partner: Build trust with parents and caregivers through daily updates, sharing the successes and challenges of their child’s day, and building a bridge between school and home.The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job.