Beansprouts Preschool is looking for a full-time Assistant Preschool Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year! Founded in 1980 in Park Slope, Brooklyn, Beansprouts offers preschool, after-school, and day camp programming and serves children from ages 1.9 to 9. At Beansprouts, our decisions are driven by what is best for children - from crafting our rich, age-appropriate curriculum to thoughtfully constructing a classroom to represent the unique interests and qualities of the children that occupy it. Beansprouts employs people from all walks of life: recent graduates, long-time teachers, to those looking to change careers. One thing that we all share is a love for working with children. If you're looking for a position that will allow you to have a positive influence on children's lives, come and join us! SUMMARY OF POSITION: Today, Beansprouts is seeking a full-time Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our preschool team for the 2025-2026 school year. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in education to gain experience in the field and learn from a fun, creative, and supportive team. RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the head teacher with daily activities and as assigned
- Promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of preschool-aged children
- Interact, support, and work with children and families
- Help to establish a mutually respectful and productive classroom
- Participate in school meetings
- Engage in ad hoc projects and tasks as assigned.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement planning (401k + match)
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Room for Growth!
HOURS:
- Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm or 9 am - 5 pm
- Full time
- 10-month school year (with additional 5 week summer program)
If you'd like to join our team, we'd like to hear from you! Please share your interest with us by submitting your resume. Beansprouts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and candidates for employment. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education Requirements:
- Possess an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
- OR is working towards or possess a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
- Must have at least two years of childcare experience
- Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills; and be team-oriented, nurturing, patient, and reliable.
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, which may include lifting children and year-round outdoor activities.