Assistant Teacher — Early Education: Career Growth + Free Degrees

Bright Horizons; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and Par­

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Free college degrees through Horizons'

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring an Assistant Teacher for Gaithersburg, MD, to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a center-based setting. The role involves hands-on activities, parent communication, and maintaining a safe classroom, with potential coverage across locations.

The position supports career growth, including access to CDA or college degrees at no cost. Minimum age 16, HS diploma preferred, and background checks are required to proceed with the application.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks.
• Minimum of 16 years of age with a valid work permit is required.
• High school diploma or GED is strongly preferred.
• 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.
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring an Assistant Teacher for Gaithersburg, MD, to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a center-based setting. The role involves hands-on activities, parent communication, and maintaining a safe classroom, with potential coverage across locations.

The position supports career growth, including access to CDA or college degrees at no cost. Minimum age 16, HS diploma preferred, and background checks are required to proceed with the application.