Buckle My Shoe Preschool
2s/3s Teacher Position
We are seeking a warm, loving, and highly organized
2s/3s Head Teacher
who is creative, innovative, and passionate about
Early Childhood Education . The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a collaborative, child-centered environment and is excited to guide young learners through meaningful, play-based, and project-driven experiences. Responsibilities: Family Communication:
Build strong relationships with families through
daily conversations, a classroom blog, and photo documentation . Capture and share children's learning experiences through
slideshows and uploads
for parents. Child & Classroom Portfolios:
Maintain
individual child portfolios
with thoughtful documentation of children's higher-level thinking, dialogue, and progress. Create a
class portfolio
highlighting
2s/3s project work
throughout the school year. Classroom Management:
Foster a
nurturing and structured learning environment
using
gentle redirection
and positive reinforcement. Lead
small and large group activities, circle time, and reflection meetings
to support children's social-emotional development. Curriculum & Lesson Planning: Design engaging,
developmentally appropriate lesson plans
that support
2s/3s readiness
and align with
children's interests through project-based learning Integrate weekly
specialist-led activities
(music, language, movement, and more) into lesson planning. Support children's emerging literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills through play and exploration. Care & Well-being:
Support children's
daily routines , including snack and lunch time, dressing, and bathroom independence. Classroom Environment:
Maintain a
well-organized, engaging, and stimulating 2s/3s classroom
that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Professional Growth & Collaboration: Participate in
weekly team meetings
to reflect, document, and enhance learning experiences. Attend
professional development days
with
Reggio Emilia specialists Lead the
training, development, and supervision
of assistant/co-teachers. Daily Responsibilities: Prepare and submit
weekly lesson plans
(due every Monday). Regularly update
child and classroom portfolios Collaborate with co-teachers and staff on
documentation projects Actively participate in
staff development trainings Be open to the
Reggio Emilia philosophy
and a
growth-oriented teaching approach
Prior Reggio Emilia experience is a plus. Qualifications: Master's degree in Early Childhood Education
(or actively working toward one). Minimum of two years
of classroom teaching experience, preferably in a
2s/3s setting New York State Certification preferred. We look forward to welcoming a passionate educator to our
Preschool Team! Email us: careers@Bucklemyshoe.org
2s/3s Head Teacher
who is creative, innovative, and passionate about
Early Childhood Education . The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a collaborative, child-centered environment and is excited to guide young learners through meaningful, play-based, and project-driven experiences. Responsibilities: Family Communication:
Build strong relationships with families through
daily conversations, a classroom blog, and photo documentation . Capture and share children's learning experiences through
slideshows and uploads
for parents. Child & Classroom Portfolios:
Maintain
individual child portfolios
with thoughtful documentation of children's higher-level thinking, dialogue, and progress. Create a
class portfolio
highlighting
2s/3s project work
throughout the school year. Classroom Management:
Foster a
nurturing and structured learning environment
using
gentle redirection
and positive reinforcement. Lead
small and large group activities, circle time, and reflection meetings
to support children's social-emotional development. Curriculum & Lesson Planning: Design engaging,
developmentally appropriate lesson plans
that support
2s/3s readiness
and align with
children's interests through project-based learning Integrate weekly
specialist-led activities
(music, language, movement, and more) into lesson planning. Support children's emerging literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills through play and exploration. Care & Well-being:
Support children's
daily routines , including snack and lunch time, dressing, and bathroom independence. Classroom Environment:
Maintain a
well-organized, engaging, and stimulating 2s/3s classroom
that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Professional Growth & Collaboration: Participate in
weekly team meetings
to reflect, document, and enhance learning experiences. Attend
professional development days
with
Reggio Emilia specialists Lead the
training, development, and supervision
of assistant/co-teachers. Daily Responsibilities: Prepare and submit
weekly lesson plans
(due every Monday). Regularly update
child and classroom portfolios Collaborate with co-teachers and staff on
documentation projects Actively participate in
staff development trainings Be open to the
Reggio Emilia philosophy
and a
growth-oriented teaching approach
Prior Reggio Emilia experience is a plus. Qualifications: Master's degree in Early Childhood Education
(or actively working toward one). Minimum of two years
of classroom teaching experience, preferably in a
2s/3s setting New York State Certification preferred. We look forward to welcoming a passionate educator to our
Preschool Team! Email us: careers@Bucklemyshoe.org