Assistant Preschool Teacher (3K / UPK)

The role

You will support a 3-4 year old classroom in a licensed New York City early learning center. You will partner with the Head Teacher to implement curriculum and support children's development.

What you will do

• Support the 3-4 year-old preschool classroom in a licensed New York City early learning center.
• Partner with the Head Teacher to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Support children's cognitive, social, and emotional development through Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and inquiry-based instruction.
• Assist with observing and tracking developmental progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD and other observation-based tools.
• Build strong relationships with children and families and communicate regularly about milestones and progress.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and well-organized early childhood classroom environment.
• Collaborate with the Head Teacher, teaching team, and school leadership to implement curriculum.
• Take an active role in classroom routines, transitions, small-group activities, and daily learning experiences.

Required qualifications

• Experience working in a UPK classroom is required.
• Currently in the process of obtaining New York State Early Childhood teaching certification (B-2 or N-6).
• 3–5 years of preschool or early childhood teaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• Experience working in a licensed childcare center, private preschool, or early learning center.
• Familiarity with play-based learning, emergent curriculum, creative curriculum approaches, Teaching Strategies GOLD, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL).
• CPR / First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
• Sitting and standing for extended periods, bending, reaching overhead, and frequently moving or lifting children up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Nice to have

• experience in a 3K, UPK, or preschool classroom
• Interest in and potential to grow into a future Head Teacher role

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Robust onboarding, mentorship, and coaching
• Dedicated professional development days
• Clear pathways for career advancement and leadership
• Support for continuing teacher certification and professional learning

Before you apply

• Applicants must be based in or willing to relocate to New York City
• Applicants must possess independent U.S. work authorization

About the company

Vivvi is a private preschool and licensed childcare center in New York City. Their mission is to make exceptional early learning accessible to all families.