Forest Hills, New York
New York, New York
JACKSON HEIGHTS, New York
Brooklyn, New York
New York, New York
Posted: 14-Jul-25
Location: Forest Hills, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $42,000-$50,000 per annum
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Overview
The Kew-Forest School, a PS-12 co-educational day school founded in 1918 in Forest Hills, NY, seeks a Preschool/Pre-kindergarten Associate Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Kew-Forest is proud to enroll an astonishingly diverse student body reflective of Queens and New York City, including approximately 9% international students. Kew-Forest students come from varied cultural, racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, and many are multilingual. Kew-Forest promotes diversity in its hiring process and is committed to supporting its inclusive community by hiring culturally diverse faculty to work with our equally diverse students and families.
At Kew-Forest, our mission is to do more than just educate – it is to deeply inspire. The Kew-Forest School is embarking on an exciting new chapter as it enters its 108th year of operation. The Kew-Forest School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) candidate school for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) with authorization visits planned for this fall. The individual who fills this position must be energetic, creative, imaginative, and thoughtful in their approach to curriculum and pedagogy and will contribute substantially to the revamping of our Lower School program as the School enters its era of Kew-Forest 2.0.
Position Description
The Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Associate Teacher role is collaborative. While the Lead Teacher holds primary responsibility for the class, both teachers plan together to deliver whole- and small-group instruction across content areas. Associate Teachers meet regularly with their Lead Teacher and a designated mentor, both in groups and individually.
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a bachelor's degree (most candidates possess or are pursuing a teaching credential or Master’s degree, with the goal of advancing to Lead Teacher;
- Have prior classroom experience (preferred);
- Collaborate with the Lead Teacher on all aspects of instruction and student support;
- Master grade level curriculum, instructional frameworks, best teaching practices, and will progress toward implementing them independently;
- Provide direct student instruction, with increasing responsibility over time;
- Engage in collaborative planning, observation, and feedback with Lead Teachers, as well as goal-setting and workshops with the Lower School Administration;
- Assist with classroom routines (e.g. record keeping, attendance, dismissal planning, materials preparation, and data collection);
- Support Lower School operations (e.g. arrival, lunch, dismissal);
- Participate in parent communication (e.g. parent/teacher conferences, Back-to-School Night, report card writing) with guidance;
- Attend after school meetings and professional development sessions;
- Assume Lead Teacher responsibilities in the absence of the Lead teacher; and
- Fulfill any additional duties as assigned by the Head or Assistant Head of Lower School.
The Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Associate Teacher partners with a Lead Teacher, who plays a vital role in the Associate’s professional development. Through observation, collaboration with experienced teachers, and active participation in school life, Associates gain valuable experience while developing their own philosophy and teaching style.
Salary Range
$42,000-$50,000 commensurate with years of experience
To Apply
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and list of at least three references addressed to Marisa Lambert, Head of Lower School, at mlambert@kewforest.org, and include “PS/PK Associate Teacher” in the subject line. No phone calls, please. To learn more about The Kew-Forest School, please visit our website: www.kewforest.org.
Accreditation
The Kew-Forest School is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS), the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and the New York State Department of Education. Kew-Forest is also a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Independent School Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY), and the Guild of Independent Schools of New York (GISNY).
MISSION
We are The Kew-Forest School.
Our community nurtures lifelong learners from around the world.
Our educators inspire young people to think boldly and find their voices.
Our students support each other and explore thoughtfully as they shape the future.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Kew-Forest School believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. The School prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, culture, background, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected classes or classifications. No employee or job applicant will be discriminated against in recruitment, compensation, promotion, or termination practices.