Childcare Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is hiring Childcare Teachers for its early education and preschool child care centers in Stamford and Greenwich, Connecticut. Teachers provide supervision and care, deliver curriculum and services in accordance with Bright Horizons policies and procedures, and help ensure children’s safety. The role involves creating hands-on activities, communicating with parents about children’s daily milestones, and maintaining a safe, clean classroom. Teachers must follow applicable laws and regulations, including mandated reporter requirements. This is an in-person position. The hourly pay range is $22.75–$27.80, with actual compensation based on factors such as experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant considerations. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have college-level early education coursework or a CDA.
- Demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children.
- Pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
- Comply with applicable immunization, employment physical or screening, and health and safety training requirements.
- Meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and carrying children, participating in classroom activities, and responding to emergencies.
Nice To Haves
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or a related field is preferred.
- One year of professional teaching experience in a child care, daycare, or preschool setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Create hands-on activities that meet children’s needs and interests.
- Maintain open communication with parents and share their child’s daily milestones.
- Keep the classroom safe and clean 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 and care, deliver curriculum and services in accordance with Bright Horizons policies and procedures, and ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons’ care.
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
- Maintain the mental and physical alertness and energy needed to perform essential job requirements.
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
