Assistant teacher

Bright Horizons•Cary, NC

1d•$15 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Bright Horizons is hiring a part-time Assistant Teacher to work with infants and toddlers in person at an early education/preschool child care center in the Cary, NC area. The role supports children's supervision, care, and curriculum delivery in accordance with Bright Horizons policies, procedures, and guidance, applicable laws and regulations, and child-safety requirements. The position offers opportunities to learn from early education experts and pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program. The hourly pay range is $15.05 to $18.70. Actual compensation within the range depends on factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other business or organizational factors. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
Pass required state and company background checks.
Meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
Comply with applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physicals or screening, and health and safety training.
Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold more than 40 pounds.
Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and participate in activities.
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.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
A CDA, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in early education or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with hands-on activities that meet the needs and interests of children.
Maintain open communication with parents and share their child's daily milestones.
Keep the classroom safe and clean by following required procedures and guidelines.
Meet mandated reporter requirements, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect to the appropriate State agency and informing the director.
Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services in accordance with Bright Horizons policies, procedures, guidance, and applicable laws and regulations.
Ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons' care and the employee.