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BrightPath Kids USA

UPK Teacher

Sicklerville, NJ

$25 - $30/hr

As a UPK Teacher , you will be responsible for implementing the New Jersey State and individual district UPK curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten. Responsibilities include: • Ensuring ...

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UPK Lead Teacher

Middletown, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

The UPK Teacher will be responsible for implementing the school district's curriculum, assessing student progress, and creating a classroom environment that supports each child's social, emotional ...

Primrose School

UPK District Teacher

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Vision insurance UPK District Teacher - Job Posting We are seeking fun, energetic, and detail-oriented UPK District Teachers to join our school community! Why Join Us? (Perks & Benefits)

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for upk in the United States is $79,665.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A UPK (Universal Pre-K) job typically involves working in early childhood education, specifically in pre-kindergarten programs designed for four-year-old children. UPK teachers and assistants help develop young learners' social, emotional, and academic skills through structured lessons and activities. They follow state or district guidelines to create a nurturing and educational environment. This role may be found in public schools, private schools, or childcare centers, often requiring specific certifications or teaching credentials.

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What is the difference between Upk vs User Acceptance Tester?

AspectUpkUser Acceptance Tester
Required credentialsTypically requires knowledge of software testing, e-learning tools, and sometimes certifications in testing or quality assuranceRequires understanding of business processes, testing skills, and often certifications in quality assurance or testing
Work environmentPrimarily in software development, e-learning, or training environmentsInvolves working closely with end-users, business teams, and IT departments during software deployment
Employer and industry usageUsed by software companies, e-learning providers, and corporate training departmentsCommon in software implementation, IT projects, and business process validation

While Upk focuses on creating and managing e-learning content and simulations, User Acceptance Testers evaluate whether software meets business requirements before deployment. Both roles require testing skills, but Upk is more content-focused, whereas User Acceptance Testers are involved in validating software functionality from an end-user perspective.

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Infographic showing various Upk job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, and 61% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $79,665 per year, or $38.3 per hour.

UPK Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

Sicklerville, NJ • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Center: Elmer, NJ

Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time

No evenings or weekends!
Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

What will you be doing?

As a UPK Teacher, you will be responsible for implementing the New Jersey 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 generous child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• 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 are offered paid time off and paid holidays.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and life insurance.
Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field required
• New Jersey State Preschool - 3 (P-3) 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.

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