Teacher - Lead PreK teacher opening - St Frances de Chantal -UPK program - East Bronx

St. Frances de Chantal School is a vibrant Catholic school community serving students from Pre-K through Grade 8, rooted in family values and committed to providing academic excellence for every child. Located in the Throggs Neck section of the Bronx, our Pre-K program is part of the NYC Universal Pre-K (UPK) initiative. We recognize and nurture each child's individual talents and interests while fostering a lifelong love of learning through curiosity, creativity, and discovery. Our diverse school community offers a welcoming environment where students and families learn to appreciate, respect, and support one another.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated early childhood educator to join our warm, community-centered Catholic school environment. The Pre-K Lead Teacher will inspire young learners and create a positive, engaging classroom experience as part of our Early Childhood Program beginning in September.

Qualifications

• BA in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred)
• Experience working with young children in a classroom setting
• One of the following New York State teaching certificates:
  • Early Childhood (Birth - Grade 2)
  • Nursery, Kindergarten and Grades 1-6 (N-6)
  • Prekindergarten - Grade 6 (P-6)
  • Students with Disabilities (Birth - Grade 2)
• Study Plan candidates working towards NYS B-2 certification are encouraged to apply
• Equivalent certification from a public or private teacher accrediting organization (out of State) granted reciprocity by the New York State Education Department

Responsibilities

• Provide students with an age-appropriate nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environment to support their social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development
• Provide classroom instruction and facilitate engaging learning experiences based on The Creative Curriculum
• Develop unit, weekly, and individualized lesson plans in line with program goals and policies
• Differentiate instruction to build upon individual strengths and interests of each child
• Regularly assess the progress of each child and document observations and evidence; use the data to plan for instruction
• Implement positive behavior management support in keeping with Archdiocesan and NYC Division of Early Childhood (DECE) guidelines
• Work closely with school administration, Archdiocesan, and NYC DOE coaches and teaching partners to provide high-quality early childhood instruction
• Provide services to all children and families with respect, compassion, and confidentiality while exhibiting knowledge of and sensitivity to the educational, cultural, and socio-economic needs of the children and families served
• Guide and collaborate with teacher assistants and aides
• Participate in Professional Development sessions as provided by the NYC DECE and the Archdiocesan Office of Early Childhood
• Communicate regularly with families to support the extension of learning at home as per program protocols
• Respond to parent concerns and requests with professionalism and as a partner in the education of each child
• Actively support the goals of the school and program through collaborative teamwork with colleagues
• Continually seek and participate in opportunities to develop as an early childhood professional
• Additional duties as required or assigned

Schedule

School year program based on a 180-day schedule, September 2026 through June 2027.

Pay

Salary determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement. Range: $55,000–75,000 depending on credentials and experience.

Benefits

Benefits are comprehensive.