Child Care Intern Teacher - Abbott Park

Bright Horizons

2d • $15 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

High school graduates and college students: apply today to be an Intern Teacher at Bright Horizons and grow your skills in the early childhood field! During this 8-week, full–time internship, you’ll work in an early childhood classroom under the supervision and leadership of an early childhood educator who will help you practice and refine your skills. You’ll have the opportunity to network and collaborate with peers across the country and learn from early childhood curriculum experts that will help guide your experience. Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.

Requirements

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements: 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED before start of internship (June 15, 2026) is required
• This internship requires full‑time availability, Monday through Friday, from June 15 through August 7, 2026
• This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
• If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.
• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully 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 requirement
• The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions.
• Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
• This position requires in-person work in the Abbott Park, IL area.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
• Actively participate in all classroom activities and complete required training
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED