Lead Three’s Teacher – Maternity Leave Replacement

Full-Time Lead Three’s Teacher – Maternity Leave Replacement

Full-Time Lead Three’s Teacher – Maternity Leave Replacement

Position Summary:

The Early Childhood Department at JCC Metro West in West Orange, NJ is seeking a dedicated and passionate Temporary Full-Time Lead Teacher for Three-year-olds to join our early childhood education team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead classroom activities, develop engaging curriculum, and support the developmental growth of young children in a nurturing environment. This temporary role is to cover a maternity leave beginning mid to late February and ending on June 19, 2026.

The preferred schedule is 8:15am to 5:15pm, and there is potential opportunity for continued employment.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidates will understand developmental milestones, be nurturing, patient, reliable and joyful. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and co-workers.

Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education required.
Relevant experience required.

Salary is commensurate with credentials; range is $22 – $28 per hour.

Qualified candidates should email your cover letter and resume to the attention of Assistant Director Michelle Nachbar at mnachbar.

All applicants for employment shall be considered without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

Agency Information:

JCC Metro West has been at the center of our community for 144 years, bringing people together while providing educational, social, cultural and fitness programs. Here at the J, we take every precaution to keep our community safe and healthy, as well as warm, inclusive, and welcoming.

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