Childcare Associate Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is hiring a full-time Childcare Associate Teacher to work with toddlers at the Bright Horizons-Jeannette Cathy Children's Center near College Park, Georgia. This is an in-person position in an early education/preschool child care center. Working hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The teacher supports children's supervision, care, and curriculum delivery in accordance with Bright Horizons policies, procedures, guidance, and applicable laws and regulations. The role includes learning from early education experts and may offer the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or GED, pass required background checks, and meet applicable state and company minimum education and experience requirements. One year of child care, daycare, or preschool experience is preferred; a CDA or a degree in early education or a related field is also preferred. The hourly pay range is $15.65–$19.45. Actual compensation depends on factors including experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other business or organizational factors. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must pass required state and company background checks.
- Must meet applicable state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
- Must comply with applicable immunization, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training requirements.
- Must be able to frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally handle weight greater than 40 pounds.
- Must demonstrate range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and participate in activities.
- Must respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
- Must maintain mental and physical alertness and appropriate 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 children's needs and interests.
- Maintain open communication with parents and share children's daily milestones.
- Keep the classroom safe and clean by following required procedures and guidelines.
- Fulfill 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, and guidance and applicable laws and regulations.
- Help ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons' care and of the employee.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
