UPK Teacher

The Learning Experience - Kings Park, NY • Full-time • Town of Smithtown, New York, United States • $26 - $29 / hour • 2w ago

Benefits:

Free food & snacks
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k)
401(k) matching
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Tuition assistance

Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Teacher

Pay: $26–$29 per hour
Location: Kings Park, NY
Schedule: Full-Time
Benefits: Professional Development, Career Growth & More!

Bring Your Passion for Teaching to TLE!

The Learning Experience is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Teacher to create an engaging, nurturing, and academically enriching classroom where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

As a UPK Teacher, you'll play a meaningful role in preparing children for kindergarten and building the foundation for lifelong learning. With the support of TLE's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, classroom resources, and a collaborative center team, you'll inspire curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning in every child.

If you're passionate about early childhood education and excited to make a lasting impact during this important stage of development, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

Lead a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate UPK classroom that prepares children for kindergarten
Plan, prepare, and implement meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that support school readiness
Bring TLE's L.E.A.P. Curriculum® to life through engaging lessons, activities, and play-based learning
Support children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development
Adapt instruction and classroom experiences to meet the diverse developmental needs of individual learners
Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where every child feels welcomed, valued, and supported
Observe, assess, and document children's progress while using that information to guide instruction
Communicate regularly with families about children's learning, development, and milestones
Maintain classroom routines, organized learning materials, and required educational documentation
Collaborate with fellow educators, center leadership, and UPK partners to support student success and family engagement
Model positive guidance, communication, and classroom management practices
Follow all applicable New York State childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

What We're Looking For

Must meet applicable New York State and UPK program requirements for a UPK Teacher
High School Diploma or GED required; additional education and credentials must meet applicable UPK and NYS requirements
At least 18 years of age
Early Childhood Education coursework and/or a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, as required for the position
Previous experience in a childcare or early childhood education setting, with demonstrated classroom leadership experience
Knowledge of preschool development, kindergarten readiness, and age-appropriate instructional practices
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to plan engaging lessons and adapt instruction to meet individual learning needs
Passion for helping children build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning
Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Must meet applicable background screening, health, immunization, and training requirements

Why Join TLE?

Competitive pay: $26–$28 per hour
Meaningful opportunity to support children's kindergarten readiness and academic success
L.E.A.P. Curriculum® and classroom resources provided
Supportive, collaborative teaching environment
Professional development and ongoing training
Career growth and advancement opportunities
The opportunity to make a lasting impact on children, families, and your community

At The Learning Experience, you're more than a teacher—you're helping shape the next generation of confident, curious, and capable learners!

This position requires active supervision of young children by sight and sound and the ability to participate in classroom and outdoor activities, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, climbing, and safely lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds. Employees may work outdoors during portions of the day in varying weather conditions, including temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

Ready to inspire the next generation of learners? Apply today to join The Learning Experience in Kings Park and help make a difference, one little learner at a time!

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