Childcare Associate Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is hiring a Childcare Associate Teacher to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services in an early education or preschool child care center. The role involves supporting children’s activities and needs, communicating with parents about daily milestones, and maintaining a safe and clean classroom in accordance with company procedures, guidance, and applicable laws. The position requires in-person work in various areas of Connecticut, including Bristol, Bloomfield, Glastonbury, and Suffield. Hiring incentives are available only at specified locations and are paid 100 days after the start date, provided the start date is on or before December 31, 2026. The role includes following mandated reporter requirements, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect to the appropriate state agency and informing the director. Employees must meet applicable immunization, health screening, and health and safety training requirements. Bright Horizons offers opportunities for career development and no-cost CDA or college degree programs, along with benefits subject to eligibility requirements.
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.
- Be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and carrying children and responding to emergencies.
Nice To Haves
- One year 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 essential 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, guidance, and applicable laws and regulations.
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 up to $1,000 at select locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
