Childcare Associate Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is hiring a Childcare Associate Teacher for part-time work with multiple age groups at its Imagination Station Too location in Columbus, Georgia. The role works in person in an early education/preschool childcare center, providing supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and other services according to Bright Horizons policies and applicable laws and regulations, with children’s safety as a priority. The listed working hours are 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bright Horizons offers opportunities to learn from early education experts and pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost. The hourly compensation range is $12.50–$15.50. Actual offers depend on factors such as experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
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 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 lift, carry, or hold more than 40 pounds.
- Must demonstrate the full range of motion needed to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and participate in activities.
- Must maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate energy level to perform essential job requirements.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience working in childcare, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
- A CDA or an associate 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, guidance, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations and emergencies.
Benefits
- Opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost
- Learning opportunities with early education experts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
