Lead Educator (K-Prep)- Manhattan, New York
About The Position
Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to mentor others on how they can create engaging curriculum and experiences. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Lead Educator working with Infants and Toddlers. This position requires in-person work in the New York, New York area. At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others. Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED
- At least 90 credits toward bachelor’s degree in early childhood education is required
- Per NYU Langone, Flu Vaccine by October 15th is required
- This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
- If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.
Nice To Haves
- NYS Teaching Certification (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education) or study plan eligibility is preferred
- 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead a team in implementing high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with our philosophy and anti-bias education
- Be a curriculum expert and use educational quality tools to assess and enhance program implementation
- Partner and communicate effectively with families, while mentoring new teachers and serving as a role model for the teaching team
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
- Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
- Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
