Assistant Teacher: Early Education and Free College Degrees

Bright Horizons; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

CDA & Degree program

Job summary

Bright Horizons seeks an Assistant Teacher in the Falls Church Fairfax, VA area to support young learners in a center environment. The role includes hands-on activities, daily communication with families, and helping maintain a safe, organized classroom.

Full-time and part-time openings are available, with options to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost, reinforcing Bright Horizons' commitment to growth and education for staff and children alike.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children.
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines.
• Fulfill mandated reporter requirements as defined by the appropriate State agency, including reporting any suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the agency and informing the director.
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations.

Skills

Child care experience

Communication with parents

Safety and classroom management

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA/Associate/Bachelor's in early education

Job description

Bright Horizons seeks an Assistant Teacher in the Falls Church Fairfax, VA area to support young learners in a center environment. The role includes hands-on activities, daily communication with families, and helping maintain a safe, organized classroom.

Full-time and part-time openings are available, with options to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost, reinforcing Bright Horizons' commitment to growth and education for staff and children alike.