Kinder Kastle of Elmwood Park is partnered with the Elmwood Park School District for the Preschool Expansion Program. We are looking for a certified Teacher with a P-3 certification or teachers seeking alternate route. Competitive salary and excellent benefits!

UPK Preschool Expansion Lead Teacher

Join Our Growing Early Childhood Education Team!

Position: UPK Preschool Expansion Lead Teacher

Are you a passionate early childhood educator who believes in creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children? As we expand our Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program, we are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Lead Teacher to help build a high-quality classroom environment where children thrive.

About the Role

The UPK Preschool Expansion Lead Teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive curriculum that supports the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of preschool-aged children. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a new or expanding UPK program while fostering strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with UPK standards and curriculum requirements.
• Assess and document children's progress through observations and ongoing evaluation.
• Foster positive relationships with families through regular communication and conferences.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, specialists, and administrative staff.
• Maintain compliance with all licensing, health, safety, and UPK regulations.
• Support children's social-emotional development and promote positive behavior guidance strategies.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and team meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (required).
• New Jersey State Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education (P-3) required based on UPK regulations OR Currently enrolled in Alternate Route.
• Experience teaching preschool-aged children in a classroom setting.
• Strong understanding of child development and early learning standards.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

What We Offer

✅ Competitive salary
✅ Paid time off and holidays
✅ Professional development opportunities
✅ Supportive leadership team
✅ Opportunity to help shape and grow an expanding UPK program

Apply Today!

If you are dedicated to inspiring young learners and making a meaningful impact during the most important years of development, we'd love to hear from you.

-Strong written and communication skills

We offer competitive compensation and benefits based on experience, education and certifications and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Both full time and part time positions are Monday through Friday. We operate year round and this is a year round position. Please apply by responding to this email with a cover letter and resume attached.