Child Care Associate Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is hiring an Associate Teacher to work with toddlers in an early education/preschool child care center. The position provides supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and related services in accordance with Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures, and guidance, and applicable laws and regulations, with a focus on children’s safety. The role is performed in person. Full-time positions are available. A hiring incentive of $1,000 is offered for full-time hires and $500 for part-time hires. The pay range is $14.10–$17.50 per hour. Actual compensation within the range depends on factors such as experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors. Bright Horizons accepts applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
- Must comply with applicable immunization, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training requirements.
- 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
- Two years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
- 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 essential procedures and guidelines.
- Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services in accordance with Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures, and guidance and applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons’ care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave
- 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
- Free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program
- Caregiving support and resources for children and adults in the employee’s family
- Hiring incentive of $1,000 for full-time hires or $500 for part-time hires
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
