Generous salary commensurate with experience; Additional salary can be earned by working our summer program (9:00 - 1:00 for 3 weeks in June and 3 weeks in July) if interested (not mandatory)
Comprehensive benefits package - medical, dental, retirement plan with employer match
Barrow Street also has a strong emphasis on professional development endeavors for teachers and allocates funds for conferences, graduate level classes, and workshops for teachers.
For further information about Barrow Street’s history, mission and program, please visit and read our website at www.barrowstreetnurseryschool.org.
Preferred Education:
Masters
2s/3s or 3s/4s Lead Teacher
Overview of PositionBarrow Street Nursery School seeks Full-Time Early Childhood Lead Teachers for the 2023 – 2024 school year.
2s/3s students are between the ages of 2.3 months and 3 years at the start of the school year in September. This classroom has 4 separate groups (T/H and M/W/F 9:00 - 12:00 and T/H and MWF 1:00 - 4:00) of 8 children each.
3s/4s students are between the ages of 3.3 months and 4.3 years at the start of the school year in September. This classroom has 2 separate groups (5-day AM 9:00 - 12:00 and 5-day PM 1:00 - 4:00) of 12 students each.
Teachers at Barrow Street are practitioners of progressive education within the context of a social studies-based program and a mission driven school derived from a Reggio Emilia and Bank Street inspired pedagogy.
Lead Teachers are responsible for:
Creating Curriculum
Collaborating with extension (art, movement, music, science and pottery) teachers.
Meeting with your teaching team, age-level colleagues, and administrators on a regular basis to plan and work together, discuss students and supports, and hone curriculum
Fostering positive social/emotional growth through an environment where the balance of play and developmentally appropriate academic concepts are an essential component
Creating ongoing written portfolio pieces on students throughout the school year
Mentoring other classroom teachers and providing guidance
Working with parents through the separation process (2s/3s)
We seek a talented teacher who can inspire students, be inspired by our mission, and create a nurturing classroom with high educational expectations. Cultural competence, the ability to work collaboratively, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to work closely with families are essential.
Pedagogy should be student-centered and practiced in differentiated instruction.
A Master’s degree in early childhood is required
NYS Certification (in progress or complete) is required
A minimum of 5 years of experience working with young children, preferably experience as a lead or co-lead
Comfort, skill, and enjoyment in the writing process
Strong oral communication skills and ability to work with parents
A questioning stance and curious mind with a high tolerance for ambiguity; Ability to observe carefully and think inductively
Background or experience in special education is a plus
Demonstrated history of being a lifelong learner who continues their own growth through professional development.
Successful Barrow Street teachers are reflective about their practice and avail themselves of professional development and leadership opportunities.
To Apply:
Send a resume and cover letter to Nicole Pappas Ferrin, Director at jobs@barrowstreetnursery.org
Include a documentation or writing sample (if available)
In the body of your email, please indicate that you found this listing through the NYSAIS website and which age group you are open to teaching.
