Assistant teacher, part-time

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 18,804 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday leave

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

Bright Horizons Children's Centers is hiring an Assistant Teacher in Cary, NC for part-time work with 3- to 5-year-olds. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, parent communication, and maintaining a safe classroom environment.

You will support teaching across centers or nearby locations, with opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost. A high school diploma or GED is required, and 1 year of child care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience 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

Child care experience

Communication with parents

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA / Associate / Bachelor's in early education preferred

Job description

Overview

Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Assistant Teacher.

Part-time positions available with 3-5-year-olds.

• Flexible afternoon schedule (M-F 1pm-6pm or 3pm-6pm).

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

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

Community and Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and 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 and free college degrees through Horizons CDA & Degree Program
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
• Learn more on the Bright Horizons careers site

Salary and Work Details

The hourly pay for this position is between $13.65 to $17.00 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range depend on factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Location: Cary, NC area. This position requires in-person work in a Bright Horizons early education/preschool child care center.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and participate in activities
• Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements

The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed in the Bright Horizons job descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.