Transitional Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Locations: Penfield Village Nursery School & Kindergarten
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher:
We are looking for a dedicated Lead Teacher for our Transitional Kindergarten program. This "bridge" year focuses on helping children refine social-emotional skills and cognitive independence before entering a traditional Kindergarten setting. You will lead a small group of learners, tailoring instruction to individual developmental milestones.
Key Responsibilities
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Play-Based Instruction: Create a rich, stimulating environment with art stations, reading corners, and play areas to encourage exploration.
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Curriculum Development: Design weekly lesson plans that balance structured learning (early literacy/numeracy) through play..
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Developmental Monitoring: Observe and document student progress, facilitating parent-teacher dialogues twice a school year.
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Community Building: Maintain daily, open communications to support each child’s unique transition into formal schooling and cultivate family relationships.
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Health & Safety: Ensure the classroom is a clean, safe, and nurturing space, following all.
Core Teaching Requirements
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Certification: Lead teachers in public school district classrooms must be certified by the Accepted certifications include:
○ Early Childhood (Birth–Grade 2).
○ Nursery, Kindergarten, and Grades 1–6 (N–6).
○ Prekindergarten–Grade 6 (P–6).
○ Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 2).
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Education: A Bachelor’s degree is the minimum requirement for initial certification, followed by a Master’s degree within five years to achieve professional certification.
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Examinations: Candidates must pass the New York State Teacher Certification
Candidates must meet one of the following NY State criteria for registered Nursery Schools.
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NYS Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2).
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A Two-year major in nursery education plus three years of teaching experience.
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Ten years of experience in early childhood plus at least 20 credit hours in Early Childhood Education. Additional Requirements
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Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred
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Staff Background Form and medical clearance on file.
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Strong collaborative spirit for working in a small team.
Benefits & Compensation
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Hourly Rate: $20.00 to $25.00 based on experience.
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Schedule: Monday–Friday, school-day hours 8:30 to 12:15 ideal for someone looking for a work life balance.