Join our preschool teaching team! Grow your career using our progressive approach with children in a beautiful early childhood center.

The Early Childhood Department at the JCC MetroWest in West Orange, NJ is searching for a Bridge to Kindergarten (B2K) Lead Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The position can be either Full-Time or Part-Time (until 3:00pm Monday-Friday). We have an impressive facility, supportive community, and a teamwork-oriented staff. This position is an opportunity to grow as an early childhood professional through on-going professional development and with supportive leadership. We take seriously your professionalism and expertise in child development and child-centered best practices.

Teachers who work at least 30 hours per week enjoy generous benefits including health, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plan, discounts at the school, free gym membership, and professional development.

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.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education required.
• Pre-K or Kindergarten teaching experience required.
• Salaries are commensurate with credentials; range is $25 to $27 per hour.

Qualified candidates should email your cover letter and resume to the attention of Preschool Coordinator Michelle Nachbar at mnachbar@jccmetrowest.org.

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 MetroWest has been at the center of our community for over 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.