Childcare Associate Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is hiring Childcare Associate Teachers for full-time positions in multiple Connecticut communities. The role involves working in person at an early education or preschool child care center to supervise and care for children, deliver curriculum, and provide services in accordance with Bright Horizons policies and applicable laws and regulations. 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. Eligible hires at select locations may receive a hiring incentive of up to $1,000. The hourly compensation range is $17.45–$21.70, with actual offers based on factors such as experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and organizational needs. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
- Must pass required state and company background checks and meet applicable state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
- Must comply with applicable immunization, employment physical or screening, and health and safety training requirements.
- Must be able to frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally lift, carry, or hold more than 40 pounds.
- Must demonstrate full range of motion for lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing, sitting, and participating in activities.
- Must 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 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 and care, deliver curriculum, and provide services in accordance with Bright Horizons policies and applicable laws and regulations.
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations and emergencies.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave
- Paid 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 up to $1,000 at select locations, subject to eligibility and payout conditions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
