Head Preschool Teacher (2-Year-Olds)

Located in the heart of Brooklyn's vibrant Dumbo neighborhood, Vivvi Dumbo is more than a preschool—we're a dynamic learning community where children, families, and educators thrive together. Our state-of-the-art campus serves families from across Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan, offering exceptional early childhood education rooted in curiosity, connection, and discovery.

At Vivvi, we're reinventing child care and early learning for today's families while creating meaningful opportunities for educators to grow their careers. Join our team and help shape an extraordinary learning experience for young children while advancing your own professional development.

As a Head Teacher at Vivvi Dumbo, you will:

• Ensure the safety, well-being, and development of preschool-aged children

• Create engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity and support each child's individual growth

• Design and implement thematic curriculum aligned with developmental milestones and children's interests

• Foster a nurturing classroom environment through positive guidance, responsive caregiving, and meaningful interactions

• Build strong partnerships with families through ongoing communication and collaboration

• Mentor and collaborate with teaching team members to maintain excellence in the classroom

• Closely supervise children and adhere to all health, safety, and licensing requirements

• Love working with young children and believe every child is capable, competent, and full of potential

• Are passionate about delivering exceptional early childhood education

• Have 3–5 years of experience as a Lead or Head Teacher in an early childhood setting

• Hold a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field with New York State Initial or Permanent Certification (Birth-Grade 2 or N-6), OR

• Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with New York State Initial or Permanent Certification (Birth-Grade 2 or N-6)

• Value collaboration and build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues

• Are CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain certification

• Meet all applicable state and local requirements for employment in an early childhood program

Our educators create meaningful learning experiences by observing children's interests and building curriculum around their natural curiosity and wonder.

Our Dumbo campus is thoughtfully designed to inspire exploration, creativity, and discovery, featuring engaging classroom spaces and premium educational resources.

We invest deeply in our educators through comprehensive onboarding, coaching, mentorship, ongoing professional development, and clear pathways for advancement. Many of our leaders have grown their careers from within the Vivvi community.

To be considered, applicants must be based in or willing to relocate to New York and possess independent U.S. work authorization.

Physical demands of this position include sitting and standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and frequently lifting or moving children weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Vivvi is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and valued.