Ed-Director-Lead Preschool Teacher (NYS-Certified, 3-Year-Olds Program)

Ed-Director and Lead Preschool Teacher (NYS-Certified, 3-Year-Olds Program) Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY $85,000/year + health stipend Full-time | Sept–June (optional summer hours) Ladybug Preschoolis a warm, play-based preschool rooted in creativity, emotional growth, and community connection. We’re hiring aNYS-certified Early Childhood Educatorto lead our3s classroomat ourSmith Streetlocation. This is an exciting opportunity for a caring, experienced teacher who wants to shape a small, joyful classroom in collaboration with a supportive and professional team. What You’ll Do • Lead a nurturing, engaging classroom of 3-year-olds • Design and facilitatehands-on, arts-based, and outdoor learning • Build strong partnerships with families and fellow educators • Promote inclusion and social-emotional development • Mentor assistant teachers and participate in PD initiatives Requirements • NYS Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2)– Required • Bachelor’s degreein ECE or a related field • 2+ years teaching experiencewith children under 6 • Passion forplay-based, child-led learning Required Trainings & Certifications (or willingness to complete) • CPR & Pediatric First Aid • Fire & Emergency Safety (F-07 and S-95) • Health & Safety • Mandated Reporter • Emergency Preparedness Why You’ll Love Working Here • Salary: $85,000/year • Health insurance stipend • 5 weeks of paid school breaks + 8 paid holidays + 5 sick days • Optional paid summer work (July–August) • Collaborative, supportive team environment • Creative freedom in a values-driven, child-centered school Location In-person at our Smith Street campus inBrooklyn, NY 11231 (Accessible by F/G trains – Carroll St) Interested? We’d love to hear from you! Apply here or learn more about us at www.ladybug-preschool.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: $85,000 + per year Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree License: NYS Birth–Grade 2 ECE Certification (Required) Relocation/Commute: Must be able to reliably commute to Brooklyn, NY 11231 Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $85,000.00 per year Benefits: • Paid time off Education: • Bachelor's (Preferred) License/Certification: • NYS Early Childhood Education (B-2) Certificate (Required) Ability to Commute: • Brooklyn, NY 11231 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Brooklyn, NY 11231: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person