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Beth El Preschool —South Orange, NJ
- $30,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
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- Classroom
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- Dental insurance
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Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center —North Arlington, NJ
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Success Academy Charter Schools —New York, NY
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Driving Academy —Linden, NJ
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Bold Charter School —Bronx, NY
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UPK Partner Site Head Teacher and Assistant Teacher

Beth El Preschool -
South Orange, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$30,000 - $65,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

School experience
Teamwork
Interpersonal skills
Teaching Certification
Bachelor's degree
Student support
Organizational skills

Full Job Description

We are hiring for UPK Partner Site Head Teacher and Assistant Teacher for the 2026-2027

Thelma K. Reisman Preschool at Congregation Beth El Position: UPK Partner Site Head Teacher (Preschool – 3 & 4 Year Old Classroom)

About Our School

The Thelma K. Reisman Preschool at Congregation Beth El is a warm, nurturing, play-based preschool located in South Orange, New Jersey. For over 35 years, our preschool has provided a welcoming environment where children develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically through exploration, creativity, and meaningful relationships. We are proud to partner with the local school district to provide a high-quality Universal Preschool (UPK) program.

Position Summary

The UPK Head Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports the academic, social, emotional, and physical growth of preschool-aged children. The Head Teacher implements the district-approved curriculum while maintaining the warm, child-centered philosophy of Beth El Preschool. This position works collaboratively with teaching assistants, administrators, instructional coaches, specialists, and families to provide an exceptional preschool experience.

Essential Responsibilities

Classroom Leadership

· Plan and implement engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with the New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards and district-approved curriculum.

· Create a nurturing classroom environment that promotes curiosity, independence, creativity, and problem-solving.

· Differentiate instruction to meet the developmental needs of all learners.

· Observe, document, and assess children's progress using district-approved assessment tools.

· Maintain organized, attractive, and developmentally appropriate classroom environments.

Child Development

· Foster children's social-emotional development using positive behavior supports and the Pyramid Model.

· Build trusting relationships with each child.

· Maintain continuous supervision and line of sight of children throughout the instructional day.

· Collaborate with specialists and support staff to meet individual student needs.

Family Communication

· Establish positive relationships with families.

· Communicate regularly through conferences, written communication, and informal conversations.

· Partner with families to support children's learning and development.

· Participate in family engagement activities.

Collaboration

· Work collaboratively with the classroom paraprofessional.

· Participate in team meetings and curriculum planning.

· Collaborate with instructional coaches, intervention specialists, administrators, and district personnel.

· Participate in kindergarten transition activities.

Professional Responsibilities

· Attend a minimum of five district-required professional development sessions annually.

· Participate in coaching and classroom support provided by district instructional coaches.

· Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, and classroom documentation.

· Follow all NJ Department of Education, Department of Children and Families, district, and Beth El Preschool policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Head Teacher

· Bachelor's Degree required.

· New Jersey Preschool through Grade 3 (P–3) Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS), or equivalent preschool certification.

· Minimum three years of preschool teaching experience preferred.

· Experience teaching in inclusive classrooms preferred.

Assistant Teacher

· Minimum of one year experience working with young children preferred.

Every Applicant

· Strong knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice.

· Excellent classroom management and organizational skills.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional team.

· Experience with play-based learning.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

· Ability to sit, kneel, bend, and actively engage with young children throughout the day.

· Ability to supervise children indoors and outdoors.

Pay: $30,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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