Pre-k Teacher

POSITION OVERVIEW

Neema Preschool of Orange is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Pre-K Teacher to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging classroom for young learners. The ideal candidate understands early childhood development, builds positive relationships with children and families, and uses play-based, age-appropriate instruction to support each child’s social-emotional, language, cognitive, creative, and physical growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons and learning centers aligned with the preschool curriculum.
• Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom that promotes curiosity, independence, cooperation, and respect.
• Observe and document children’s progress and use those observations to guide instruction and individualized support.
• Establish consistent classroom routines and use positive guidance and behavior-support strategies.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families about classroom activities, student progress, and concerns.
• Prepare and maintain classroom materials, learning displays, student records, and a clean, organized environment.
• Support children with daily routines, including meals, rest, transitions, and outdoor play, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with teaching partners, administrators, and support staff to meet student needs and school goals.
• Follow all school policies, health and safety procedures, licensing requirements, and mandated reporting obligations.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, family events, and school activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
• New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate.
• Experience with Creative Curriculum.
• Experience working with preschool-age children in a classroom setting.
• Ability to meet all applicable background-check, health, training, and licensing requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including supervising active children and participating in classroom and outdoor activities.
• Bilingual communication skills (Preferable).