Top 349 Lead teacher Jobs in Long Island Ny

Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher
Academic Explorers —Roosevelt, NY
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Childcare
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
8d
Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience - Medford, NY —Medford, NY
- $17.00 - $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Employee discount
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4d
Lead Toddler Teacher
Skies The Limit Academy —Upton, NY
- From $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Teacher Copiague Universal Pre K
Marks of Excellence Child Care —Amityville, NY
- From $28 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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3d
Lead Toddler Teacher
Big Chief School and Camp —East Meadow, NY
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Teacher II
YMCA of Long Island —Bay Shore, NY
- $23.82 - $36.62 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
8d
Lead Preschool Teacher
St Luke Preschool —Dix Hills, NY
- From $30 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
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3d
Specialized Pre K Lead Teacher at Commack KinderCare
KinderCare Education —Commack, NY
- $33.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
1d
Preschool Teacher - Lead UPK
The Chai Center Preschool —Dix Hills, NY
- $24 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Paid training
- Tuition reimbursement
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1d
Lead Teachers & Support Teachers for a Homeschool Learning Pod
Homework Hub —Melville, NY
- $90 - $150 a day
- Part-time
- High school
- Teaching Certification
- English
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2d
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Wee Friends Too —Bellmore, NY
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
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Lower School Visual Arts Teacher-Pre-school to Grade 4-2026-2027
Friends Academy —Locust Valley, NY
- $73,000 - $80,000 an hour
- Email
- School experience
- Classroom
- Inventory management
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
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9d
Preschool Classroom Lead Teacher
Chabad of Port Washington —Port Washington, NY
- $22 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Preschool
- US work authorization
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UPK Lead Teacher
Community Center Southwest Nassau —Lynbrook, NY
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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UPK Teacher
YMCA of Long Island —Farmingdale, NY
- $24 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Entry level
Lead Teacher
Children of America —Smithtown, NY
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Special Educator EI/SEIS
Family of Kidz —Dix Hills, NY
- $55 - $75 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Toddler Lead Teacher Children's Learning Center
Suffolk County Community College —Brentwood, NY
- $47,864 - $50,779 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Education
Lead Teacher I
YMCA of Long Island —New Hyde Park, NY
- $20.27 - $25.72 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
1d
Infant Lead Teacher
YMCA of Long Island —Bay Shore, NY
- $20.27 - $25.34 an hour
- Temporary
- Mid-level

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Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher

Academic Explorers -
Roosevelt, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$18 - $23 an hour
8 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
Paid holidays
401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Opportunities for advancement
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Spanish
Childcare
Teamwork
Interpersonal skills
English
Associate's degree

Full Job Description

Position Summary

Academic Explorers is looking for a passionate, dependable, and nurturing Infant & Toddler Lead Teacher who believes the first three years of a child's life are the most important.

If you love celebrating first smiles, first words, first steps, and helping little learners discover the world around them, we'd love to meet you.

At Academic Explorers, we don't believe in "babysitting." We believe in providing exceptional early childhood education through meaningful relationships, purposeful play, and research-based teaching practices. Our classrooms use The Creative Curriculum® for Infants, Toddlers & Twos, and our teachers receive ongoing coaching, professional development, and support to help them grow in their careers.

What You'll Do

As an Infant or Toddler Lead Teacher, you will:

Create a warm, safe, and engaging classroom where every child feels loved, secure, and encouraged to learn.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate experiences using The Creative Curriculum® for Infants, Toddlers & Twos.
Observe children's development and complete developmental screenings, assessments, and documentation as assigned.
Build trusting relationships with families through open, professional communication.
Maintain daily reports, observations, attendance, and required documentation using our classroom communication system.
Support children's cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development through responsive caregiving and intentional interactions.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom that meets all OCFS health and safety requirements.
Feed children, change diapers, assist with toileting, and meet each child's individual care needs with dignity and compassion.
Supervise and mentor Assistant Teachers, Floaters, and classroom support staff.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development.
Follow all Academic Explorers policies and New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations.

We're Looking For Someone Who...

Truly enjoys working with infants and toddlers.
Brings positive energy, patience, and professionalism every day.
Understands that relationships with children and families come first.
Works well independently while also being a collaborative team member.
Is dependable, organized, and takes pride in creating an engaging classroom environment.
Is committed to continuous learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

Required:

At least 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field with an approved plan of study.
Ability to meet all New York State OCFS requirements for employment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred:

Infant/Toddler CDA.
Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
One or more years of experience working in a licensed child care center.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

Lift and carry children and classroom materials weighing up to approximately 30 pounds.
Frequently sit on the floor, kneel, squat, bend, reach, and actively engage with young children throughout the day.
Respond quickly to children's needs to ensure their health and safety.
Perform diapering, feeding, and other routine caregiving responsibilities.

Why Join Academic Explorers?

When you join Academic Explorers, you're joining a team that values educators and invests in their success.

We offer:

Competitive pay based on education and experience
Opportunities for advancement
Paid professional development and training
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
Paid time off and paid holidays (if eligible)
Supportive leadership and coaching
A collaborative team environment
Beautiful, well-equipped classrooms
The opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most important years of a child's development

If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to help shape the lives of our youngest learners, we'd love to hear from you.

Academic Explorers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background clearances, fingerprinting, and meeting all applicable New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) employment requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Roosevelt, NY 11575 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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