Universal Pre-K Field Teacher

Bright Horizons UK

. Support classrooms across multiple centers .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $30 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in early childhood education, implementing developmentally appropriate practices and curricula for preschool-aged children. Maintains effective communication with parents and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Early EducationNYS Teaching CertificationDevelopmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)Professional Experience In Child CareEmergency Response Skills

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Hard Skills

Curriculum ImplementationChild SupervisionClassroom ManagementSafety ProceduresChild Development Knowledge

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsNurturing AttitudeAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

NYS Teaching Certification (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education)

Industry Keywords

Early Childhood EducationPreschoolChild CareDevelopmentally Appropriate CurriculumHealth And Safety Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support classrooms across multiple centers
Create safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments
Help 4- and 5-year-old children build skills and confidence for kindergarten and beyond
Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities
Maintain open communication with parents and share children's daily milestones
Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services in an early education/preschool child care center
Follow Bright Horizons policies, procedures, guidance, and applicable laws and regulations
Participate in activities and respond appropriately to emergencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is required
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
Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for 4- and 5-year-old children is required
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks
Must meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements
Must comply with applicable immunization, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training requirements
Ability to lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds frequently and over 40 pounds occasionally
Full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and participate in activities
Ability to respond immediately and appropriately to multiple, unexpected situations or emergencies
Maintain mental and physical alertness and appropriate energy level

Benefits

Comp & perks

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