Early Childhood Associate Teacher
Location: Englewood, New Jersey
Type: Full Time
About the role
The Elisabeth Morrow School is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Associate Teacher to join our Division of Early Learning for the 2026-2027 school year. In our Division of Early Learning, we recognize that all children will not develop at the same pace. We respect each child’s rate of growth and individualize activities to ensure student engagement and achievement. Strong collaboration between families and the school, which includes frequent communication and parent education, guides the transition to a school environment. This position reports to the Head of Early Learning.
Schedule
Mondays from 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and Tuesdays–Fridays from 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. The position is full-time and includes additional hours on Monday afternoons as well as select evenings and weekends for professional development, faculty meetings, and school events.
Responsibilities
- Support the head teacher and partner with fellow associate teachers in planning, executing, and assessing developmentally appropriate activities and experiences in harmony with the school’s philosophy and mission.
- Individualize approaches to meet each child's academic, social, and emotional needs.
- Skillfully balance restorative learning time and active learning time.
- Encourage positive behaviors to promote self-awareness and healthy social interactions.
- Ensure that the learning environment is conducive to productivity and is safe and healthy.
- Ensure positive communication with family members.
- Establish nurturing, understanding, and developmentally appropriate teacher-child relationships.
- Utilize behavior management strategies that are reasonable, sensitive, and differentiated.
- Encourage self-regulation and empowerment through modeling and choices.
- Work effectively in a collaborative learning community.
- Promote the school within the larger community.
- Contribute to the school's ongoing operations by taking on additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- A college degree, preferably in education or a related field
- One to three years working with young children
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to move efficiently from a floor-seated to a standing position
- Stamina, patience, and enthusiasm
Pay
The salary range for this position is $40,000 to $45,000.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
- Generous Vacation Policy
- Professional development and growth opportunities
About The Elisabeth Morrow School
Since 1930, The Elisabeth Morrow School has been a leader in educating children to be thinkers and leaders. Founded by trailblazers Elisabeth Morrow and Connie Chilton, our school holds a 95-year legacy of innovation through the entire arc of childhood. Located 10 minutes from the George Washington Bridge in Englewood, N.J., our curriculum is defined by innovative STEM programming, a nationally renowned instrumental music program, and a deep commitment to social-emotional learning. We are proud to be recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School (2025), an Apple Distinguished School (2022–2026), and a UN Global School. As one of the most diverse independent schools in the country, we seek qualified candidates who will add to this legacy.
The Elisabeth Morrow School’s shared purpose is to provide exemplary academics and character development in a diverse and inclusive child-centered community, inspiring students to become curious scholars, ethical leaders, and global citizens.