Top 13 Preschool teacher Jobs in Ithaca Ny

Early Childhood - Preschool Lead Teacher
Downtown Ithaca Children Center —Ithaca, NY
- $20.47 - $22.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Early Childhood - Toddler Lead Teacher
Downtown Ithaca Children Center —Ithaca, NY
- $20.37 - $22.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Infant/Toddler Teacher- Early Head Start
Tompkins Community Action —Tompkins County, NY
- From $19.45 an hour
- Email
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Special Education Teacher
Racker —Ithaca, NY
- $51,500 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Child Care Substitute Teacher
Bright Horizons Children's Centers, LLC —Ithaca, NY
- $18.20 - $22.70 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
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Preschool Teacher
Cortland County Community Action Program —Cortland, NY
- $19.90 - $20.69 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Current TB test
- Bachelor of Science
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2026-2027 Teacher Aide/Teacher Assistant
Ithaca City School District —Ithaca, NY
- $17.17 an hour
- Online Application
- High school diploma or GED
- Fingerprint clearance
- Public school
Lead Infant Teacher
Smart Start —Trumansburg, NY
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Floating Teacher - Infant/Toddler/Preschool/After-School
Smart Start —Trumansburg, NY
- $16.50 - $20.50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Infant/Toddler Teacher
Cortland County Community Action Program —Cortland, NY
- $19.12 - $20.53 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Current TB test
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Infant/Toddler Teacher Aide
My Place A Play and Learning Center/ Schuyler County Childcare Council —Watkins Glen, NY
- From $16 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- In-person
- Paid training
- Tuition reimbursement
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Early Childhood - Preschool Lead Teacher
Downtown Ithaca Children Center —Ithaca, NY
Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
$20.47 - $22.50 an hour
Early Childhood - Toddler Lead Teacher
Downtown Ithaca Children Center —Ithaca, NY
Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
$20.37 - $22.00 an hour

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All candidates, who wish to be considered for the position must be working towards or have a degree in early education or a related field.
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CPR and First Aid certification and Mandated Reporter certification. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education OR Bachelor's degree in a…
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Early Childhood - Preschool Lead Teacher

Downtown Ithaca Children Center
Ithaca, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$20.47 - $22.50 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance

Qualifications

Computer operation
CPR Certification
Team leadership
Computer literacy
First Aid Certification
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Computer skills
Associate's degree
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

About This Role

The Teacher is accountable for spearheading a collaborative teaching team, harmonizing the curriculum, and overseeing daily classroom operations. To create a safe, stimulating, and engaging environment, Teachers must grasp the complexities of children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Effective communication with both children and adults is essential to meet the needs of the children, guide teacher assistants, and address parental concerns.

What You'll Do

Plan and execute educational curriculum by creating engaging classroom activities aligned with developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
Model success and lead the teaching team by providing coaching and support.
Design age-appropriate activities to encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth in individual and group settings.
Regularly communicate with parents through casual conversations, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure they are informed and involved.
Ensure all center policies and state regulations are strictly adhered to.
Maintain a healthy classroom environment, including upholding proper hygiene and cleanliness standards, and ensuring the safety and security of children.
Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to guarantee they are following planned activities, hygiene, and safety protocols.
Maintain accurate records, forms, and files in a timely and organized manner.
Develop and maintain a personal professional development plan to consistently enhance teaching quality.

Requirements

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A strong understanding of child development is required.
High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE.
Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
A strong understanding of child development is required.
Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
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May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels.
Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
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A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

Nevertheless, the following qualities are highly valued:

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

About Us

Our Mission

The Downtown Ithaca Children’s Center provides a creative and culturally diverse environment that fosters the emotional, social, and intellectual development of children. Our successes are achieved through family, staff, and community support and collaboration.

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Early Childhood - Preschool Lead Teacher

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Preschool Special Education Teacher

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Preschool Teacher

2026-2027 Teacher Aide/Teacher Assistant

Lead Infant Teacher

Floating Teacher - Infant/Toddler/Preschool/After-School

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Infant/Toddler Teacher Aide

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