Implement New York State and district UPK curriculum to prepare children aged 3-4 for kindergarten. Maintain a safe, clean environment and partner with families to provide optimal care and education.
Requirements summary
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field. Must hold New York State Birth-2 or Nursery Teacher certification and meet state criteria for child care employment.
Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids!
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Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount.
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What will you be doing?
As a UPK Teacher, you will be responsible for implementing the New York State and individual district UPK curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten. Responsibilities include:
Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 3-4 years in one assigned classroom.
Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum according to district and state guidelines.
Curating programs and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles.
Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
Partnering with families to create plans to provide the best care and education for their children.
Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.
Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids
We offer a 60% child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
All of our staff receive weekly paychecks.
All of our NY locations are designated as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace by Erie County.
All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!
We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
Full-time staff are given paid holidays off.
Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field required
New York State Birth - 2 certification or Nursery Teacher certification required
Strong customer service skills
Ability to multitask and remain organized
Ability to work within regular operating hours
Must meet state criteria for child care employment.
If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Professional development
Company-paid life insurance
Weekly paychecks
Childcare discount
Breastfeeding friendly workplace
HQToronto, Ontario
Founded2010
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