Experienced Pre-K Teacher

About the role

Do you love helping preschoolers become confident, independent learners? Are you passionate about creating a classroom where children explore, ask questions, solve problems, and build the skills they'll need for kindergarten and beyond? We're looking for an experienced Pre-K Teacher to join our collaborative early childhood team.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, play-based learning experiences that promote literacy, math, science, art, and social-emotional development.
• Foster children's independence, problem-solving, creativity, and confidence.
• Observe and document children's learning to guide curriculum planning.
• Create strong partnerships with families through regular communication.
• Lead the MJP graduating class and support the children and families in this monumental milestone.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create meaningful learning experiences across the school.
• Participate in professional learning and continuously refine your teaching practice.

Requirements

• Experience teaching preschool or Pre-K children.
• Understands child development and kindergarten readiness.
• Values play as the foundation for meaningful learning.
• Builds strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Creates engaging classroom environments where children are encouraged to explore, collaborate, and think critically.
• Is organized, reflective, and excited to continue growing as an educator.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching preschool or Pre-K children.
• Certified Early Childhood Educator.
• CDA candidate with classroom experience.
• Career changers with relevant early childhood education experience.
• A passion for teaching young children and a commitment to professional growth.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Knowledge of child development and educational theories.
• Experience with emergent curriculum and play-based learning.

Benefits

• Salary: $42,000–$62,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• 5 paid PTO days.
• Paid legal holidays.
• Professional development and instructional coaching.
• Limited leadership and advancement opportunities.
• A positive school culture where educators are valued.

Schedule

• Full-time or part-time opportunities.
• Hours: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.
• School-year position.
• Start Date: August 17.

Pay

• Salary: $42,000–$62,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.