Preschool Lead Teacher

About the Position

We are seeking a caring, experienced, and enthusiastic Preschool Lead Teacher to join our dedicated early childhood education team at a well-established Montessori school in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for early childhood education, enjoy working with children ages 2–5, and be committed to creating a nurturing, engaging, and thoughtfully prepared Montessori-inspired learning environment.

We are looking for an educator who understands the importance of fostering independence, curiosity, creativity, confidence, and social-emotional development during the early years. The successful candidate will bring warmth, patience, professionalism, and enthusiasm to the classroom while collaborating with colleagues and building positive relationships with families.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Instruction and Curriculum Planning

• Plan and implement age-appropriate, engaging, and Montessori-inspired learning activities for children ages 2–5.
• Develop hands-on learning experiences that promote language and literacy, early mathematics, practical life skills, sensorial exploration, science, art, music, and creativity.
• Encourage curiosity, independent thinking, problem-solving, exploration, and a lifelong love of learning.
• Observe children's interests, abilities, and developmental progress to support individual learning needs.
• Prepare and maintain an organized, inviting, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.

Child Development and Classroom Management

• Foster children's intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and language development.
• Encourage independence, self-confidence, responsibility, kindness, cooperation, and respect for others.
• Use positive guidance techniques to support appropriate behavior, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution.
• Establish consistent classroom routines, expectations, and transitions.
• Provide attentive supervision and maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment.
• Support children's daily routines and encourage age-appropriate self-help skills.

Parent Communication and Collaboration

• Build positive and professional relationships with parents and guardians.
• Communicate regularly about children's learning experiences, progress, achievements, and developmental needs.
• Work collaboratively with assistant teachers, fellow educators, and school leadership to ensure consistent classroom practices.
• Participate in staff meetings, curriculum planning, school activities, and professional development opportunities as needed.
• Maintain appropriate classroom records and follow school policies and applicable childcare regulations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in preschool, childcare, early childhood education, or a similar educational setting is preferred.
• Montessori training or certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Strong classroom management and positive behavior guidance skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with children, parents, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Strong organizational skills, patience, creativity, and attention to detail.
• A genuine love for working with young children and supporting their growth and development.
• Ability to create a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Willingness to meet applicable New Jersey childcare licensing, background-check, and training requirements.

What We Offer

• Supportive Team Environment: Work with a dedicated team committed to providing quality early childhood education.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid holidays in accordance with school policy.
• Paid Vacation: Maintain work-life balance with paid vacation benefits in accordance with school policy.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to enhance your teaching skills and continue growing as an educator.
• Rewarding Work Environment: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children during their most formative years.
• Collaborative Culture: Contribute ideas, share experiences, and work with colleagues who value children's learning and well-being.

Job Type: Full-time

Around 35 hours / week

Application Requirements

• Must be within a commutable distance to Monmouth Junction -08852
• Resume required

A very well reputed early education / daycare in South Brunswick.