Assistant Teacher, Early Education — Free Degrees & Growth

MP Training and Recruitment; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Career development

Free college degrees

Parental bonding leave

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Bright Horizons in Wheaton, IL is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support curriculum delivery and supervise young children in a center setting. This role offers both full-time and part-time schedules, with opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

You will assist with activities, communicate milestones to families, and help maintain a safe classroom while covering multiple age groups as needed.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
• 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
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations

Skills

Patience and empathy

Communication with parents

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA / Associate / Bachelor's in early education preferred

Job description

Bright Horizons in Wheaton, IL is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support curriculum delivery and supervise young children in a center setting. This role offers both full-time and part-time schedules, with opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

You will assist with activities, communicate milestones to families, and help maintain a safe classroom while covering multiple age groups as needed.