Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care for the children and families we serve. The COOP has dedicated 50+ years to the education and readiness of preschoolers. The Ridgefield Park Cooperative Nursery School has a well-known reputation throughout the community and our dedicated staff has spent years developing their craft.

• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, and tuition.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

This is more than just a job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a childcare center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

As a teacher, you are:

• Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child-care, preschool and development topics.
• Creative! Implement our curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who: 

• Have experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
• Can work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
• Qualified Lead Teachers must have a bachelor’s degree and, at a minimum, a CE or CEAS for preschool through grade three (3) certification.
• Are familiar with Creative Curriculum and willing to be trained in curriculum and gold standard evaluation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• *Pay based on Education and Experience.
• Paid time-off provided for full-time employees.
• Summers off.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification is available to all employees.
• Monday-Friday work week.

We know our best asset is our people! So, we’ve made a commitment to ensure you feel valued, with a robust, comprehensive offering that is competitive and exceeds your expectations. That means market-relevant compensation. We recognize your potential, encourage your talent, and support your growth with ongoing training and development. We also offer tuition reimbursement, and assistance. Don’t wait. Start strong today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Preschool to Grade 3 License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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