UPK Pre-K (3's) Teacher - West 14th
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:
- 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.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
