Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

As a Lead Teacher, you’ll manage your classroom, develop engaging lesson plans, and work alongside supportive educators committed to high-quality early childhood education.

Position Details

Location: 631 E 18th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Salary: $56,000–$68,652 annually
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Sign-On Bonus: $250

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate preschool lesson plans.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating 3K / Pre-K classroom environment.
• Support early literacy, cognitive development, social-emotional learning, and kindergarten readiness.
• Lead classroom activities, maintain routines, and encourage positive behavior.
• Observe, assess, and document children’s developmental progress.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs.
• Communicate regularly with families and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and school leadership.
• Maintain classroom documentation and follow applicable childcare licensing regulations.

Required Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education core credits.
  • At least 1 year of teaching experience in a licensed preschool, daycare, or early childhood education program.
  • Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • A patient, creative, reliable, and nurturing approach to working with young children.
  • Ability to meet applicable licensing requirements and reliably commute to our Brooklyn location.

  Preferred:

  • Valid NYS Birth–Grade 2 (B–2) Teaching Certificate.
  • Experience with Exploration Curriculum, Units of Study, Creative Curriculum, or HighScope approaches.
  • Proficiency in additional languages.

At Little Scholars, we value our teachers and are committed to providing a supportive environment where educators can grow professionally.

• Annual Salary: $56,000–$68,652
• $250 Sign-On Bonus
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Employee referral program
• Professional growth opportunities

Hiring Process

1. 1. Virtual interview with our Talent Acquisition Team.
   2. In-person interview with the Hiring Manager.
   3. Background check and required employment clearances.

   Join the Little Scholars Team!

   At Little Scholars, preschool teaching is about inspiring curiosity, building confidence, and preparing children for a lifetime of learning.

   If you’re a passionate 3K / Pre-K Teacher seeking a full-time teaching opportunity in Brooklyn, we’d love to meet you!

   Apply today and help shape the next generation of Little Scholars!