Field UPK Teacher

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact frequently, affectionately and respectfully.
• Encourage and model appropriate behavior and expectations.
• Be attentive, flexible and supportive of children and their families.
• Practice positive discipline techniques.
• Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, materials, activities and environments on a daily basis that provides a balance.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity, independence and creativity.
• Provide choice and maintain flexibility.
• Be able to complete professional documentation of children’s accomplishments for parents, if assigned.
• Review important decisions with his/her supervisor and maintain positive, professional relationships with parents, children and co-workers.
• Ensure safety and supervision of children at all times by meeting the physical demands of the position.

Job Requirements – Education/Experience

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• Early Childhood Education Bachelor's or Master's Degree
• Elementary Education Bachelor's or Master's Degree OR
• 90 or more college credits in ECE and one year classroom experience teaching children (study plan eligible)

Additional Job Requirements

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Follow state, federal and Bright Horizons Family Solutions guidelines. Ensure children’s safety. Demonstrate full range of motion. Be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Must be able to stand and sit on the floor with children for extensive periods of time. Supervise and interact with children outdoors. Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies. Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements. Demonstrate the qualities of patience, tolerance, commitment, perseverance, flexibility and optimism.

Recommended Education/Experiences/Skills

• Must have a high school degree or GED.
• Meet minimum age requirements: Minimum age of 18 with high school diploma or GED.
• Meet federal, state, city and provincial requirements.
• Experience working with young children.
• Some College experience desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work at more than one BHFS center.
• Ability to work with multiple ages groups.
• Flexibility with hours worked.
• Professionalism/teamwork.

Life at Bright Horizons

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.