Child Care Assistant Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is hiring Assistant Teachers to work with infant and toddler age groups at its Upper Gwynedd and West Point centers in North Wales and Lansdale, Pennsylvania. The centers provide child care for Merck employees and are located on the Merck campus. The role supports children’s care, supervision, and curriculum delivery in an early education setting, while following Bright Horizons policies and applicable laws and safety requirements. The centers feature a STEM lab, cooking room, gardening space, playgrounds, and a bike path. Full-time positions have rotating weekly schedules with varied start and end times. The centers are open Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; both full-time and part-time positions are available. Bright Horizons offers opportunities to learn from early education experts and pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost through its Horizons CDA & Degree Program. The hourly pay range is $16.05 to $19.95, with offers depending on factors including experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant considerations.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- 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 immunization, employment physical or screening, and health and safety training requirements.
- Meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and carrying children, participating in classroom activities, responding to emergencies, and maintaining appropriate alertness and energy.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings.
- A CDA, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in early education or a related field.
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.
- Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following required procedures and guidelines.
- Provide supervision, care, and curriculum delivery in accordance with Bright Horizons policies, procedures, and guidance.
Benefits
- 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 the Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
- Caregiving support and resources for children and adults in the employee's family.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
