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Job DescriptionWe are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team. At The Learning Experience, you can have the opportunity to create a positive and engaging learning environment for preschool children, where "happy happens here" is not just a motto but a way of life. We are looking for a preschool teacher committed to helping children learn, play, grow, and thrive and providing the tools they need to succeed academically and emotionally. If you are a caring and creative individual passionate about working with children, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Preschool Teacher opportunity. What We Offer: • State-of-the-Art Classrooms: Our immersive classroom setting utilizes the latest technology, materials, and resources to allow children to "learn, play, and grow., • Opportunities for Growth: We offer ongoing training and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and leadership pathways to help you meet your goals as an educator., • Be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children., • Implement our proprietary L.E.A.P curriculum using our fun and engaging characters, making TLE a place where learning is fun!, • Build relationships with families and colleagues, creating a dynamic environment where play and learning happen seamlessly., • Have a genuine passion for the education and care of children?, • Have one year of professional teaching experience (preferred) or six months of professional teaching experience (required)? Preschool Teacher Benefits: • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Dental insurance, • 401(k), • Vision insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Tuition reimbursement, • 401(k) matching, • Referral program, • Employee discount

Job Description Overview What Makes You Our Seasonal Star: • High school diploma or equivalent., • At least 18 years old., • Meets all state preschool teacher assistant requirements., • High flexibility and willingness to work within business hours., • Embrace Cadence’s philosophy, creating a nurturing, growth-filled space for every child., • Collaborate with your team to craft a curriculum that’s as fun as it is educational., • Cheer on kids’ interests, step in for safety, and turn play into learning adventures., • Foster social skills and behaviors that set kids up for success. Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits. Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Responsibilities Seasonal Preschool Teacher – Sprinkle Joy in Young Hearts This Season! Edgewater, New Jersey Ready to make a summer of memories with preschoolers? Cadence Academy Preschool, a proud member of the Cadence Education family, is seeking a vibrant Seasonal Preschool Teacher to join our team of childcare superstars! If you’re bursting with love for kids and have experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to create a fun, nurturing environment for our little learners. We’re hiring NOW—dive into the adventure! Why Cadence Education is Your Summer Spark: At Cadence, we’re all about creating bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. Our innovative, research-based curriculum and cozy, home-like environments set the stage for early education excellence. You’ll join a fun, talented team that thrives on collaboration, open communication, and a shared passion for child development. We’re not just a preschool—we’re a summer playground for growth, and we need your enthusiasm to make it shine! Your Role as Our Seasonal Superstar: • Foster a warm, positive classroom where kids feel safe to explore, play, and grow., • Team up with fellow educators to deliver an engaging, age-appropriate curriculum that sparks joy., • Share special daily milestones with parents, turning small moments into big smiles., • Guide children’s play with toys, language, and activities, keeping safety first and curiosity alive., • Model kindness and social behaviors that help kids thrive., • Start TODAY: Jump in and start inspiring now!, • Awesome Benefits (Full-Time Teachers):, • Competitive pay + on-demand pay with UKG Wallet—access your earnings anytime! - Hourly pay range: $18.66 - $21.66, • 50% childcare tuition discount—a sweet deal for your own little ones!, • 401(k) with employer match to secure your future., • Amazing perks: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and even pet insurance!, • Paid time off that grows with seniority, paid holidays, and company-paid life insurance., • Level Up: Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development to boost your career., • Live Joyfully: We’ve got your back with a supportive team and a culture that champions work-life balance., • Join a Leader: With 325+ schools across 30 states and 30+ years of expertise, Cadence Education is the superstar of early childhood education!

Job DescriptionTo proceed with your application for this position, please complete the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment linked below. Ensure you finish the assessment for your application to be reviewed. Behavioral Assessment Link POSITION SUMMARY: The Early Childhood Group Teacher serves as a member of the Montclair Y staff team and therefore should maintain the qualifications for teacher status as listed in the Department of Child Care Licensing policy and through Montclair Y’s standards. Under the direction of the Early Childhood Head Teacher and/or Director and in harmony with the mission and purpose of the established policies and goals of the Montclair Y, the Early Childhood Group Teacher is responsible for a variety of instructional, clerical and/or classroom tasks, providing a safe, fun, and positive environment for participants. The Group Teacher leads in the education, health, welfare, and safety of the members enrolled in their classroom and the center. The Early Childhood Group Teacher must demonstrate a commitment to the YMCA’s four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. OUR CULTURE: At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying, and meeting our community needs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Greet each child and parent upon arrival., • Visually scan each child upon arrival and check for illness, disease, or any physical impairment. Note in daily report., • Demonstrate warmth toward children and set positive examples by always using a pleasant and calm speaking voice., • Comfort children when needed., • Plan and execute instructional lessons., • Accompany children (to playground, and exterior of building) to supervise activities such as outdoor play, and fire drills., • Must be able to set up cots/mats in classroom., • Reinforce skills by using puppets, flannel boards, manipulatives etc. on a one-to-one or small group basis., • Select appropriate songs and stories., • Read and sing with class daily., • Supervise fine and gross motor activities indoors and outside., • Plan free play activities/afternoon activities., • Use positive reinforcement., • Assist children in maintaining proper personal hygiene., • Prepare materials for lessons., • Prepare learning center and bulletin boards., • Serve snacks and meals., • Maintain the classroom (i.e., cleaning toys twice a week, keeping toys, books, games in an orderly fashion)., • Record and evaluate children's progress., • Communicate with parents and directors about any issues regarding child's daily problems/concerns., • Attending all required meetings., • Complete and maintain all classroom records., • Mentor and supervise assistant teachers., • Provide for professional growth by attending workshops and reading., • Perform other duties as requested by Director and/or designee., • Be fully aware of the policies of Geyer Early Learning Center and adhere to such guidelines daily., • Maintain loyalty to the Y, conduct self with professional integrity, respect the confidentiality of families served, and be always an appropriate role model for the children/parents., • Always maintain a safe & healthy environment., • Risk/Facility Management: All Staff are responsible for assuring the safety of Y members/participants and for the care, maintenance, and safety of the all-Y facility/program environments. In addition, all staff are required to report accidents/incidents/emergencies immediately to the Director and/or designer. Staff must also adhere to YMCA confidentiality requirements related to all reported incidents., • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants., • Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants., • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures., • Quality Assurance: All staff are expected to plan, deliver, and maintain quality programs, facilities, and program environments. Staff will be expected to follow YMCA best practices for their program/membership discipline and to meet or exceed YMCA of Montclair’s expectations., • Training/Staff Meetings: Attend all mandatory training and staff meetings, risk management training within the specified timeframes. Keep abreast of current trends in facilities and risk management. LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: • Communication & Influence, • Developing Self & Others, • Functional Expertise QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be 18 years old or older., • Must possess a CDA, and/or an associate degree in early childhood and 2 years’ classroom experience as an aide or other suitable experience with children., • Must maintain certifications as required by the Department of Child Care Licensing, • Must possess, maintain, and renew CPR for the Professional Rescuer, EPI, Asthma and First Aid within 90 days of hire., • Must have the ability to take charge of a group of children and come up with activities/games at a moment’s notice, if need be., • Must have stamina and physical flexibility (walking, sitting, standing, bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, running, stretching, reaching, climbing, lifting, and carrying up to 50 lbs.) to participate in children's activities and communicate with children face to face., • Must be able to accompany children up and downstairs to supervise activities such as outdoor play, and fire drills. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions., • The employee frequently is required to walk, bend, kneel, and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment., • Must have stamina and physical flexibility (walking, sitting, standing, bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, running, stretching, reaching, climbing, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.) to participate in children's activities., • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 + pounds., • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust., • Staff members are required to assist in personal hygiene including changing diapers in accordance with our diapering policy., • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate., • Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness. COMPANY BENEFITS: Benefits include complimentary YMCA membership; accrued PTO; Medical, Vision, and Dental Health Insurance; paid Holidays, enrollment in the Y’s retirement program (must complete 1000 hours within 2 years of service) with 12% of salary contributed by the Y; 75% discount for SACC (before and aftercare), Early Learning Center, and Summer Camp programs in our Y facilities; a rewarding career with professional growth and advancement opportunities; a challenging and fun work environment with creative and talented individuals. HOURLY PAY RATE: $20.00 WORK SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Health insurance, • Paid time off We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning Primrose School of Wayne is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age. Benefits: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Paid Holidays, • Sick Time, • PTO, • Paid Training, • Childcare Discount, • 401K Benefits Primary Responsibilities: • Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children., • Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose School of Wayne and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children., • Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis., • Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming., • Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations., • Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence., • Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior., • Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds., • Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions., • Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Wayne Employee Handbook, • Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary. Desired skills and experience: • Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency, • Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred, • Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children, • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib., • Infant - Preschool Teachers: 2 year degree in early childhood or related field preferred Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise, and the respective Franchise Owner is the employer at each school. Franchise Owners set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary among Franchise Owners. Primrose Schools and its Franchise Owners are equal opportunity employers. Positions and position titles vary by school. MLBC2025

Job Description Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a Preschool Teacher for its Mount Carmel Guild Cares Preschool located in Newark, NJ. Mount Carmel Guild Cares is fully accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). NAEYC is the nation's largest and most influential organization of early-childhood educators, dedicated to improving the quality of programs for young children. JOB DESCRIPTION: • The Preschool Teacher is responsible for the academic, social-emotional growth and development of all children in their care, and develops partnerships with parents/guardians to engage and encourage parent/guardian participation in program, • The Preschool Teacher incorporates technology to effectively create a 21st century learning environment within the classroom, and works collegially and collaboratively with all preschool staff to continually improve the delivery of preschool and educational services, • He or she consistently communicates, both verbally and in written from, with parents/caregivers on progress and anecdotes through the use of electronic message boards and/or software applications, • Bachelor’s Degree To apply submit your resume. Visit our website INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form. AGENCY MISSION: In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture. BENEFITS: CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees, with an 80/20% cost split between employers (80) and employees (20). CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status. Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. Powered by JazzHR p5rh8pNIJN

Job Description Overview What Makes You Our Shining Star: • Meets all state preschool teacher assistant requirements., • High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours., • Embrace Cadence’s philosophy, helping create a positive, growth-filled environment for every child., • Work hand-in-hand with teachers to deliver curriculum that sparks joy and learning., • Cheer on kids’ interests, step in to ensure safety, and make playtime a learning adventure., • Model social skills and behaviors that set kids up for success. Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits. Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #CR Responsibilities Preschool Teacher Assistant – Bring Joy to Little Learners Every Day! Edgewater, New Jersey Ready to sprinkle magic in a preschool classroom? Cadence Academy Preschool, a proud member of the Cadence Education family, is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Preschool Teacher Assistant to join our team of childcare superstars! If you’re bursting with love for kids and have experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to support young explorers and make every moment sparkle. We’re hiring NOW—dive into the fun! Why Cadence Education is Your Happy Place: At Cadence, we’re all about creating bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. Our innovative, research-based curriculum and warm, home-like environments set the stage for early education excellence. You’ll join a vibrant, fun-loving team that thrives on collaboration, open communication, and a shared passion for child development. We’re not just a preschool—we’re a wonderland of learning, and we need your energy to make it shine! Your Role as Our Classroom Sidekick: • Help create a cozy, nurturing space where kids feel safe to play, learn, and grow., • Team up with teachers to bring engaging, age-appropriate curriculum to life., • Capture and share special milestones with parents, turning everyday moments into cherished memories., • Encourage kids’ curiosity during play, using toys, language, and activities while keeping safety first., • Model kindness and social behaviors that help little ones thrive., • Start TODAY: Jump in and start making a difference now!, • Awesome Benefits (Full-Time Assistants):, • Competitive pay + on-demand pay with UKG Wallet—access your earnings anytime! - Hourly pay range: $16.50 - $19.50, • 50% childcare tuition discount—a sweet deal for your own little ones!, • 401(k) with employer match to secure your future., • Amazing perks: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and even pet insurance!, • Paid time off that grows with seniority, paid holidays, and company-paid life insurance., • Grow Your Way: Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development to boost your career., • Live Joyfully: We’ve got your back with a supportive team and a culture that champions work-life balance., • Join a Leader: With 325+ schools across 30 states and 30+ years of expertise, Cadence Education is the superstar of early childhood education!

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Free uniforms, • Paid time off Role Responsibilities: PEOPLE LEADERSHIP • Identifies, schedules and interviews teacher candidates; Builds networks of external future talent, • Conducts classroom observations, evaluations, and provides feedback that motivates and encourages learning., • Manages team to ensure TLE curriculum is executed in alignment with brand standards;, • Uses a growth mindset to train, coach and develop for the future, • Listens objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of action, • Builds and communicates weekly schedules, • Daily management of classroom ratios, • Manages new hire paperwork and all employee files in compliance with state licensing regulations, • Builds and communicates center schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact and labor is effectively managed to budget.CUSTOMER FOCUS, • Leads tour with prospective families, highlighting key features and points of difference of our curriculum, teacher tenure/quality, etc., • Regularly communicates with families regarding student progress, • Executes parent pleasers, • Execution of our Show and Tell, • Regularly audits and maintains all records and files for students and teachers, • Ensures the physical environment and health/safety standards are full compliance with local and state licensing regulations, • Manages relationships with state licensors and conducts center evaluations, • Responsible for accident/incident reporting, • Medication management, • Conducts monthly emergency safety drills, • Two or more years of center leadership/management experience highly preferred. At least one year of center leadership/management experience required., • Must have professional teaching experience with infants to preschool children., • Bachelors degree in ECE or related field highly preferred., • Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations., • CPR and First Aide Certification highly preferred., • Must meet state specific guidelines

Job Description The Kaplan Preschool is seeking an energetic part-time Floater with the potential to turn into a full-time position. We are a Jewish school open to families of any faith, and we provide a play-based, high quality early childhood education to all children. We offer a full secular and Jewish curriculum. We have an engaged, welcoming team of educators who collaborate to create a classroom culture defined by respect, warmth and cooperation in which students can learn and develop at their own pace. Essential Skills and Qualities At least 2 years experience in education Schedule • 8:00 to 1:00, • Monday to FridayPay, • $25-28/hourBenefits kZvukhT6cz