What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Stony Brook University?
Required Qualifications (as Evidenced By An Attached Resume)
Associate's degree (foreign equivalent or higher), or credit equivalent (60 credits), or completion of an early childhood accredited course. In lieu of the educational requirements, two (2) years of full-time professional experience in the field of Early Childhood will be considered. One (1) year of related childcare experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Early Childhood Education or related field. Experience in a full day, early childhood setting. Experience in a childcare setting.
Brief Description Of Duties
This is an early childhood team teaching position based in a preschool multi-age grouping at Stony Brook Child Care Services, Inc. (SBCCSI). The goal is to provide high quality care and education to children ranging in age from three to five years. Additionally, the Center is a practicum site for undergraduate interns who will be supervised and mentored by this staff person. The selected candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Non-Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA .
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here .
Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.
SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work.
The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Official Job Title
Teacher (Preschool/Infant/Toddler) - Child Care Center
Job Field
Childcare Services
Primary Location
US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area
Child Care Center
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Start Date
Feb 3, 2026
Posting End Date
Apr 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Salary
$33,742
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Grade
N3
SBU Area
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook
Associate's degree (foreign equivalent or higher), or credit equivalent (60 credits), or completion of an early childhood accredited course. In lieu of the educational requirements, two (2) years of full-time professional experience in the field of Early Childhood will be considered. One (1) year of related childcare experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Early Childhood Education or related field. Experience in a full day, early childhood setting. Experience in a childcare setting.
Brief Description Of Duties
This is an early childhood team teaching position based in a preschool multi-age grouping at Stony Brook Child Care Services, Inc. (SBCCSI). The goal is to provide high quality care and education to children ranging in age from three to five years. Additionally, the Center is a practicum site for undergraduate interns who will be supervised and mentored by this staff person. The selected candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
- Teaching: Provides daily care and education to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children in accordance with SBCCSI philosophy.
- Administration: Participates in administrative duties that involve scheduling, hiring, adapting curriculum, monitoring the condition of the facility and availability of supplies.
- Student Intern Program: Supervises and serves as a role model for undergraduate interns as well as participates in seminars and the grading process.
- Other duties as assigned.
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Non-Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA .
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here .
Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.
SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work.
The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Official Job Title
Teacher (Preschool/Infant/Toddler) - Child Care Center
Job Field
Childcare Services
Primary Location
US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area
Child Care Center
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Start Date
Feb 3, 2026
Posting End Date
Apr 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Salary
$33,742
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Grade
N3
SBU Area
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook
Salary : $33,742