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Expressive Beginnings Child Care

Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Teacher

City of Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

$22/hr–$25/hr

Entry level

Overview Is it your passion to work with children and help them learn through play in a fun and supportive childcare environment? Join our child care team at locally owned and operated Expressive Beginnings Child Care as…

Skills: Curriculum Planning, Classroom Management, Child Development, Parent Communication, NY State Regulations Compliance

Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Teacher

Expressive Beginnings Child Care

City of Rochester, New York, United States • On-site

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  • $22/hr–$25/hr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Health Care Packages, 403(B) Retirement, Paid Time Off
  • Posted 22h ago
  • Apply by Jun 30
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Oversee the UPK classroom by planning and implementing a play-based curriculum aligned with school standards and state regulations. Maintain classroom documentation, communicate with parents, and ensure a clean, safe learning environment for 4- and 5-year-olds.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Education and a NY state teaching certification (Birth-Second or Birth-Sixth). Knowledge of NY state child care regulations and the ability to lift at least 40 lbs are required.

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Overview

 

Is it your passion to work with children and help them learn through play in a fun and supportive childcare environment? Join our child care team at locally owned and operated Expressive Beginnings Child Care as an Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK)Teacher.

 

Expressive Beginnings is seeking a warm and caring person who is passionate about working with young children and possesses the ability to facilitate learning through play and child-initiated interests.   Candidate will be working with children 4- and 5-year-old children.

 

We are proud to be a 2025 Rochester Business Journal Elevating Women Award honoree. We’re committed to supporting and empowering women in the workplace and beyond.

 

Pay rate for this position:  $22.00 / hr - $25.00 /hr

 

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee UPK classroom from 8:30am – 3:30pm Plan, implement, and supervise the program for the class consistent with the centers policies, philosophy, and curriculum.
  • Work in conjunction with Greece Central School district to help children meet school standards.
  • Keep the classroom in compliance with all NY state regulations.
  • Maintain required documentation. Input data for district (report cards, assessments, etc.)
  • Gear program to the needs of individual children in concern for their interests, special needs and talents, and pace of learning.
  • Teach proper health care in regards to toileting, nutrition, dental, physical care and cleaning of the children if necessary. Make sure classroom is cleaned and sanitized
  • Maintain the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom.
  • Communicate with parents regarding information concerning their child and their daily activities of the center, and inform the Director of any parent concerns. Have a least 2 conference with UPK parents.
  • Attend staff meetings, trainings, and conferences required for staff and UPK. Attend any trainings that the GCSD schedules for UPK or District Professionals.
  • Complete any training required by OCFS licensing including but not limited to Foundations of Health and Safety, Mandated Reporter Training, Shaking Baby Syndrome, and ACE’s.
  • Work well with team members to plan for and assess the children.
  • Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs.

Expressive Beginnings Teachers will receive:

  • Competitive health care packages
  • 403(B) retirement
  • Paid time off

Qualifications

  • Must have a NY state teaching certification birth through Second or Birth through Sixth
  • Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Education
  • Demonstrate knowledge of NY state child care regulations
  • Must be a sensitive mature person who is able to relate well to both children and adults

Job Overview:

  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Base Pay: Competitive wages based on experience and education
  • Industry: Teacher
  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education with a NY state teacher’s certificate

Related keywords

Universal Pre-KindergartenUPKNY State Teaching CertificationOCFS LicensingFoundations of Health and SafetyMandated Reporter TrainingShaking Baby SyndromeACEsChild CareEarly Childhood EducationGreece Central School District

About Expressive Beginnings Child Care

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Company size
25 employees
Headquarters
Webster, New York
LinkedIn followers
30

Offices: 12 May St, Webster, New York 14580, us

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About Expressive Beginnings Child Care

LinkedInVisit site
Company size
25 employees
Headquarters
Webster, New York
LinkedIn followers
30

Offices: 12 May St, Webster, New York 14580, us

View all jobs at Expressive Beginnings Child Care
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