Preschool Lead Teacher / Site Designee

Preschool Lead Teacher / Education Director Designee

Kiddie Kabin Preschool | Rego Park, Queens, NY

Job Type: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Schedule: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: In Person

About Kiddie Kabin

Kiddie Kabin is seeking an experienced, dedicated, and enthusiastic Preschool Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The selected candidate will also serve as our designated Education Director Designee, providing instructional leadership and supporting daily school operations when the Education Director is unavailable.

We are looking for an educator who understands developmentally appropriate practices, values hands-on learning, and can create a nurturing, engaging, and well-organized classroom environment.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Article 47 qualifications for both a Preschool Group Teacher and Education Director Designee.

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or one of the following DOHMH-approved related fields:

• Elementary Education
• Nursery–6th Grade Elementary Education
• Special Education
• Students with Disabilities (Birth–2nd Grade)
• Students with Disabilities (Grades 1–6)
• Child Psychology — with at least 12 credits specific to Early Childhood Education
• Child Development — with at least 12 credits specific to Early Childhood Education
• General Education — with at least 12 credits specific to Early Childhood Education

In addition to the degree requirement, candidates must meet at least ONE of the following qualification pathways:

Option 1: NYS Teacher Certification

Hold a valid New York State teaching certification accepted by NYC DOHMH, including:

• Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2)
• Nursery–Grade 6
• Childhood Education (Grades 1–6)
• Pre-K–Grade 2
• Special Education (N–12)
• Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 2)
• Students with Disabilities (Grades 1–6)

OR

Option 2: Professional Teaching Experience

Possess at least two years of supervised and documented relevant teaching experience in a preschool program, meeting the requirements of NYC Health Code Article 47.13(d)(2).

Applicants qualifying through experience rather than certification must meet all applicable DOHMH eligibility requirements.

Important: Candidates qualifying solely through an approved study plan do not meet the requirements for this combined position.

Lead Teacher Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate classroom activities aligned with Creative Curriculum and New York State Preschool Learning Standards.
• Create a warm, supportive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Develop weekly lesson plans incorporating literacy, mathematics, science, social-emotional development, and creative expression.
• Facilitate meaningful learning experiences through interest centers, small-group instruction, and hands-on exploration.
• Conduct developmental observations, maintain student documentation, and monitor individual progress.
• Implement positive guidance strategies and developmentally appropriate classroom management.
• Maintain effective communication with families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with administration and teaching staff to maintain a high-quality early childhood program.
• Ensure classroom practices comply with DOHMH Article 47 requirements and applicable health and safety regulations.

Education Director Designee Responsibilities

• Provide temporary administrative and educational leadership in the Education Director's absence, within Article 47 authorization limits.
• Support staff supervision and ensure appropriate classroom coverage and child-to-staff ratios.
• Monitor classroom safety, supervision practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in implementing school policies, instructional expectations, and emergency procedures.
• Serve as a point of contact for teaching staff during designated coverage periods.
• Support a positive, professional, and collaborative school culture.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all applicable child care regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of preschool teaching experience.
• Previous experience as a Lead Teacher or in an instructional leadership role.
• Familiarity with Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Experience mentoring or supervising other educators.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of NYC DOHMH Article 47 regulations.

Required Documentation

Candidates must be prepared to provide:

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Official college transcripts.
• Proof of applicable NYS teaching certification, if qualifying through certification.
• Documentation verifying qualifying preschool teaching experience, if qualifying through experience.
• Course descriptions or additional educational documentation when necessary to verify degree and credit eligibility.
• Documentation required for employment screening and clearance under NYC DOHMH Article 47.

Employment and designation are contingent upon verification of qualifications and completion of all required background checks and clearances.

Join Our Team

At Kiddie Kabin, we value passionate educators who bring creativity, professionalism, and dedication to early childhood education.

This is an opportunity for an experienced educator to take on a meaningful leadership role while continuing to make a direct impact in the classroom.

We encourage qualified candidates who are committed to high-quality early childhood education to apply.

Kiddie Kabin is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $25.16 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $35