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Hours Full-time
Location Basking Ridge, NJ
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Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
We seek a dedicated Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for nurturing the development of young children aged 18-30 months (toddlers). This role involves creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment that supports our students' social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Curriculum Development: Plan, implement, and assess a developmentally appropriate curriculum that meets the needs and interests of toddlers. Incorporate activities that promote language, motor skills, and social-emotional development.

  • Classroom Management: Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment. Establish clear routines and expectations to support the children’s growth and ensure a respectful, inclusive atmosphere.

  • Observation and Assessment: Regularly assess children’s progress and developmental milestones. Document and communicate observations to parents and guardians, and use this information to tailor instructional strategies.

  • Parental Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents and guardians. Provide regular updates on their child's progress and offer guidance on supporting their child's development at home.

  • Safety and Health: Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment. Follow all health and safety protocols, including hygiene, food handling, and emergency procedures.

  • Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education. Engage in collaborative activities with fellow staff members to enhance the learning environment.

  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with assistant teachers and other staff members to deliver high-quality educational experiences. Support a team approach to classroom management and curriculum planning.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Certification in early childhood education, child development, or a related field is preferred. Relevant certifications or licenses in early childhood education are a plus.

  • Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children aged 1-3 years in a classroom setting. Experience or willingness to adapt the Project-based learning (PBL) teaching method that involves students working on a project over an extended period of time to solve a real-world problem

  • Skills: Strong understanding of early childhood development principles. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to create engaging and age-appropriate learning activities.

  • Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification required or willingness to obtain.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift to 40 pounds.
  • Capacity to sit on the floor, kneel, and engage in physical activities with children

  • Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to [application email or submission instructions]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

    The Anchored School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


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Posting ID: 1225656610 Posted: 2026-02-03 Job Title: Age Month