Infant Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is hiring a full-time Infant Teacher at Bright Horizons at Abacoa in Jupiter, Florida. The teacher provides supervision, care, and curriculum delivery for infants in an early education and preschool child care center, following Bright Horizons policies and applicable laws and regulations to ensure children’s safety. The role involves creating hands-on activities suited to children’s needs and interests, communicating with parents about daily milestones, and maintaining a safe, clean classroom. The position requires in-person work. Candidates must meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements, pass required background checks, and demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice. Florida DCF 45-hour training is required depending on in-state experience and DCF guidelines. The hourly pay range is $16.50–$22.30. Actual compensation depends on factors such as experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant factors. Bright Horizons offers benefits subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
- 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.
- Complete DCF 45 hours, depending on in-state experience and DCF guidelines.
- Comply with applicable immunization, employment physical or screening, and health and safety training requirements.
- Meet the role’s physical requirements, including frequently lifting, carrying, or holding children weighing 10–40 pounds and occasionally more than 40 pounds; demonstrating full range of motion; and maintaining alertness and energy.
Nice To Haves
- College-level coursework in early childhood education, a CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or a related field.
- One year of professional teaching experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings.
Responsibilities
- Create hands-on activities that meet children’s needs and interests.
- Maintain open communication with parents and share their child’s daily milestones.
- Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines.
- Provide supervision, care, and curriculum delivery in accordance with Bright Horizons policies, procedures, guidance, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
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
