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Class Lead Teacher

Brooklyn Aozora Gakuen (Blue Sky Preschool) is a bilingual Japanese preschool in Brooklyn,
founded in 2012. We provide a balanced Japanese-English early childhood education for children
living in the multicultural, progressive urban environment of New York City. Our emphasis is not only
on teaching the children Japanese values, morals and spirit, but also on instilling a world perspective
through activities derived from American and international cultures.
Currently we are seeking a full-time Class Lead Teachers to join our dedicated team for the 2019 –
2020 school year. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and collaborative spirit. The main
role of Class Lead Teacher is to ensure the healthy growth and development of all of the children in
the class, to create and implement a rich, engaging and age appropriate curriculum, to create a safe
and healthy environment for the children, to mentor and lead the Class Teachers and the Class
Assistant Teachers, and to serve as liaisons between the teachers and the Educational Director.
This is an opportunity to use your talent and experience, to help build a school, loved by the students
and at the heart of a thriving multi-cultural Japanese community.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education, or Associate Degree in Early
Childhood Education and currently pursuing Bachelor Degree and NYS Teaching Certificate
• At least two years of classroom teaching experience in a preschool program
• Interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skill in both English and Japanese
• Basic computer skill and literacy
• Knowledge and understanding of bilingual education is preferable
TO APPLY: E-mail a cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications for the position, your
resume and salary requirements to Atsuko Nakajima-Healy (atsuko@aozoragakuen.com). Please indicate
“Class Lead Teacher Position” in the subject line of email. Brooklyn Aozora Gakuen is an equal
opportunity employer.
Brooklyn Aozora Gakuen
535 Clinton Ave, 2nd Floor, Suite 2, Brooklyn NY 11238
DEADLINE: open until position is filled