UPK Pre-K (3's) Teacher

Bright Horizons • New York, NY

52d • $30 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Step into a role where your passion for education and children's development will shine. As a Universal Pre-K Teacher at Bright Horizons, you'll create a vibrant and nurturing environment that encourages our young learners to thrive. You'll lead the design and implementation of a curriculum that prepares 3- and 4-year-old children for kindergarten, while celebrating their unique abilities and backgrounds. Join us to create a safe, nurturing environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create engaging curriculum that shapes future learners and leaders. Discover where your passion and a career at Bright Horizons can lead you – all in an inclusive workplace where you can be you. Apply today and explore the possibilities!

Requirements

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements: Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for 4- and 5-year-old children is required
• A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field of study (approved by DOHMH) and a current certification in the early childhood grades. This includes: Early Childhood (Birth-Grade 2); (Nursery-6); and (Pre-K-6) certification as well as Children with Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2). An equivalent certification from a public or private teacher accrediting organization (out of State) granted reciprocity by the New York State Education Department.
• A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field of study and two years of supervised and documented relevant experience in an early childhood program if currently employed in a permitted child care service. — Approved study plan
• An associate’s (AA or AS) degree in Early Childhood Education, practicum included; or All study plans must be completed within seven years. Study plans must be approved by an accredited college. A person who is study plan-eligible must submit documentation to DOHMH indicating proof of enrollment in such college and specifying the time required for completion of training.
• 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.
• In this role, you must maintain both mental and physical alertness, ensuring you have the appropriate level of energy to meet the essential job requirements. You must be ready to respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
• The position demands a full range of motion, allowing you to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and fully participate in various activities. You will frequently need to lift, move, or hold children weighing between 10 to 40 pounds, and occasionally, you may be required to handle weights exceeding 40 pounds.
• Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging, hands-on activities designed to cater to the children’s interests and promotes their kindergarten readiness
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees