Preschool Teacher - Gymboree Play & Music : Job Details

Gymboree Play & Music offers a Preschool Program named Preschool Steps for children aged 2.0 through 5.0 years. Our programs are created by experts in child development and complemented by more than 40 years of expertise and leadership in the field. Gymboree Play & Music operates over 700 centers in the United States and in 40+ countries worldwide.

At Gymboree, we take a playful and active approach to learning and our Preschool Steps program is designed to prepare our students for kindergarten. We focus on the 'whole child' our program addresses their social, physical, and cognitive development.

We are seeking a Lead Teacher who will work with our administrative team to ensure that all aspects of the curriculum are facilitated, and that we meet all state and city requirements. The right candidate will have the ability to lead their team through Gymboree curriculum and lesson plans as well as creatively implement their own ideas and inspire their team to do the same. Playing and learning are inextricably linked, and our 'whole child' approach helps children to build strong motor and social skills to better prepare them for school, all while having fun!

Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and have a Teaching Certificate from the State of New York (or an accepted state).

Experience working with young children ages 2 through 4 years of age.

Strong organizational and planning skills.

Must be on time or early.

Energetic and enthusiastic understands the importance of play with education.

Good conversational skills for parent meetings.

Good listening skills.

Good group facilitation skills.

Must be able to produce proof of all credentials.

A one-year commitment is preferred.

Compensation: $35,000+.

Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages 0-5 for over 45 years and in over 30 countries, making us the global leader in early childhood development programs. Designed by experts, our age-appropriate activities help develop the cognitive, physical, and social skills of children as they play. Our programs are also recognized for their unique approach to parent involvement which encourages participation in and understanding of each child's development.

Our class curriculum is developed by our experienced child development program directors and incorporates a balanced whole-child approach with activities to support what your child is mastering right now and what he or she will aspire to later. Classes are designed in increments to meet a child's unique interests and abilities. From birth to age 6, there's always something special awaiting you and your child at Gymboree Play & Music.