Description
Exceptional preschool teachers don't require a curriculum script. They require a school that values their professional judgment.
If you're an educator who views play as purposeful work, prioritizes relationships over rote academics, and sees every moment as a chance to foster growth, Alpha will feel like the right fit.
This is a full-time, on-site position in Manhattan, where you'll lead a Pre-K classroom that values emotional security, curiosity, and documented developmental progress in equal measure. You'll create meaningful, play-based learning environments that support children in developing confidence, resilience, foundational literacy, numeracy, and an authentic passion for learning. We seek educators who understand that high-quality preschool is not custodial care—it's the groundwork for all future success.
Alpha is transforming education by enabling students to achieve academic mastery more efficiently, which frees time to cultivate the essential life competencies that are equally important. This mission starts in Pre-K with skilled teachers who understand how to make play intentional and instructive.
We anticipate hiring from throughout the New York metro area. If you're a highly capable educator interested in relocating closer to the city, relocation assistance will be provided.
If you've been searching for a school that regards early childhood education as a true profession—not merely a temporary role—submit your application today.
What you will be doing
- Build engaging, sensory-rich learning environments that deliberately cultivate early literacy, numeracy, self-regulation, and social competence.
- Establish a classroom culture where each child feels emotionally secure, fully understood, and enthusiastic about attending school daily.
- Monitor children's development continuously, record significant progress, and apply these observations to tailor learning experiences.
- Modify activities based on individual children's interests and developmental stages, ensuring every learner achieves observable growth.
- Collaborate actively with families to communicate developmental gains, acknowledge achievements, and extend each child's learning beyond school hours.
What you will NOT be doing
- Overseeing children without intentional developmental objectives guiding each activity.
- Implementing scripted curricula, depending on worksheets, or prioritizing compliance over genuine curiosity.
- Dedicating your time to behavior management instead of supporting children in building emotional self-regulation.
- Placing children in front of educational technology while you observe passively from a distance.
Key responsibilities
Establish a Pre-K classroom environment where every child cultivates an enduring passion for learning while achieving outstanding progress across the developmental foundations essential for lifelong achievement.
Candidate requirements
- Able to work full-time, on-site in Manhattan, New York City (relocation assistance is available)
- An associate's degree or higher, or any U.S. state teaching license or certification
- At least 2 years of experience working with children ages 3-5 in a structured, play-based classroom or group setting
- Experience documenting developmental milestones using a structured framework or assessment tool (Teaching Strategies GOLD, ASQ, HighScope COR, etc.)
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Nice to have
- Experience in a Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Bank Street, or other inquiry-based early childhood program
- Experience in an independent school or an academically ambitious preschool
- Familiarity with child-development frameworks, observation tools, or portfolio-based assessment
- Experience adapting play-based activities to individual interests, needs, and developmental goals
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