Preschool Lead Teacher
Medford, NYFull-time$20–23/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher at Habitots Preschool and Childcare Center in Medford, New York. The teacher will create a nurturing environment for infants, collaborate with fellow teachers on curriculum, communicate daily with parents, and guide safe, engaging play. The posting lists an hourly pay range of $20.00–$23.00 and describes benefits available to full-time employees.
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Full job description
Job Location : Address
703 Patchogue Yaphank Rd
Company Overview
We are on the hunt for a rockstarPreschool Lead Teacher to join our all-star team! If you’re bursting with love for babies and bring childcare, daycare, or early childhood education experience, it’s time to lace up and lead the way in creating magical moments for our tiniest explorers.We’re hiring NOW—let’s make some game-changing memories!
Why You’ll Love Playing for Cadence Education:At Cadence, we’re all aboutscoring bright futuresfor kids, families, employees, and communities. Our cutting-edge curriculum and cozy, home-like vibes are the ultimate playbook for early education. You’ll join a squad of passionate pros who thrive on teamwork, open communication, and a fun, high-energy vibe. We’re not just a preschool—we’re the champions of childhood, and we need your heart and hustle to keep our infants winning!
Your All-Star Moves:
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Lead the charge in creating a nurturing, joyful space for infants, celebrating every giggle and milestone.
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Team up with fellow teachers to craft a slam-dunk curriculum that’s engaging and age-perfect.
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Share daily updates with parents, turning tiny moments into big wins they’ll cherish.
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Spark curiosity and safety by guiding play with toys, language, and activities that light up little minds.
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Design a daily schedule that’s a perfect mix of quiet snuggles, active adventures, and motor-skill magic.
Why This Role is a Total Game-Changer:
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Jump In NOW: Immediate start—get in the game today! - Hourly pay range: $20.00 - $23.00
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Epic Perks(Full-Time Players):
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Competitive pay +on-demand paywith UKG Wallet for instant access to your earnings.
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50% childcare tuition discount—a home run for your own little MVPs!
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401(k) with employer matchto secure your future.
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All-star benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and evenpet insurance!
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Paid time off(grows with seniority), paid holidays, and company-paid life insurance.
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Level Up: Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development to boost your skills.
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Winning Culture: We’ve got your back with a supportive team and a work-life balance that keeps you in the zone.
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Join the Big League: With 340+ schools across 30 states and 30+ years of expertise, Cadence Education is the GOAT of early childhood education!
Job Description
What Makes You a Top Draft Pick:
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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At least 18 years old.
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Meets all state preschool lead teacher requirements.
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Experience rocking it as an infant teacher.
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Flexible and ready to shine during business hours.
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Child Development Associate (CDA) or a college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field.
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Previous preschool lead teacher experience (a must!).
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Classroom management skills that keep the team on point (preferred).
Your Playbook:
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Embrace Cadence’s philosophy and team up to create a positive, growth-filled environment.
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Cheer on kids’ interests, keep safety first, and make playtime a learning adventure.
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Model kindness and social skills that set the stage for lifelong success.
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Plan a daily lineup that balances quiet cuddles, outdoor fun, and motor-skill challenges.
Ready to be the MVP for our infants?Apply today and join a team that’s all about winning hearts and shaping futures! Cadence Education is your court for growth, teamwork, and impact.Let’s make every day a championship for our babies!
Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits.Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#CR
Job Location : City
Medford
Job Location : State/Province
NY
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School BrandHabitots Preschool and Childcare Center
ID 2026-69620
School Name 564 - Medford
Position Type Full-Time
Min Salary USD $20.00/Hr.
Max Salary USD $23.00/Hr.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,070 open Preschool Teacher jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$20–23/hr
- New York median$20/hr62 hourly ranges
- US median$18–21/hr625 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $21.50/hr, is 7% above the New York median midpoint ($20/hr) — in the middle half of Preschool Teacher hourly ranges in New York.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 98 open Preschool Teacher jobs in New York and 1,070 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in New York
- Learning Care Group24 open
- Healthy Kids Programs11 open
- ADAPT Community Network8 open
- Experience
- Preschool Teacher postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (194 postings).
- Education
- 65 of the 1,070 open Preschool Teacher jobs (6%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 12, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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