Lead Preschool Teacher

Benefits: Free uniformsHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentVision insurance401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsFlexible schedule Lead Preschool Teacher Location: The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY Pay: $21–$26 per hour (based on education and experience) Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday Lead Preschool Teacher – Inspire Young Learners Every Day 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. What You'll Do Lead a preschool classroom using The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. CurriculumPlan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support kindergarten readinessFoster children's literacy, math, science, creativity, and social-emotional development through hands-on learningCreate a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom where children can thriveSupervise and mentor Assistant Teachers while promoting teamwork and classroom consistencyObserve children's developmental progress and communicate regularly with familiesMaintain compliance with all New York State and New York City licensing regulations and health and safety standardsCollaborate with center leadership to uphold the highest standards of educational excellence Qualifications Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, CDA, or High School Diploma with at least five years of relevant early childhood experiencePrevious experience leading a preschool classroom preferredStrong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practicesExcellent leadership, classroom management, and communication skillsCPR and First Aid certification preferredMust meet all applicable New York State and New York City childcare licensing requirements What We Offer Competitive pay of $21–$26 per hourPaid time off and recognized holidaysMedical, dental, and vision benefit optionsProfessional development and career advancement opportunitiesEmployee childcare discountSupportive leadership team and collaborative work environment Apply Today 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. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.