Pre-K Lead Teacher

About the Job

Pre‑K Lead Teacher - $18.50-$24/hr
- Full-Time
- Paterson, NJ

Tiny Steps Learning Center
- Paterson, NJ

Pay: $18.50-$24 per hour, based on experience, education, credentials, and performance

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday through Friday

Reports to:

Center Director or Executive Director

Tiny Steps Learning Center is seeking a caring, experienced, and dependable Pre‑K Lead Teacher to lead a high‑quality classroom for children ages 3 to 5. We are looking for someone who is passionate about early childhood education, strong in classroom management, and able to create a safe, structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

• Plan and implement daily lessons aligned with early childhood learning standards.
• Create a warm, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Use play‑based and developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Supervise and support Assistant Teachers and classroom aides.
• Maintain positive classroom management and strong routines.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress.
• Communicate professionally with families regarding progress, classroom activities, and milestones.
• Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, assessments, and required classroom documentation.
• Follow all Tiny Steps Learning Center policies, NJ childcare licensing requirements, and health and safety procedures.

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• New Jersey P-3 Certification is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Lead Teacher, Head Teacher, or Pre‑K Teacher in an early childhood setting.
• Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and actively engage with children indoors and outdoors.
• Must meet NJ childcare clearance requirements.

• Competitive pay.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Growth opportunities within the company.
• Meaningful work with children, families, and the community.