Assistant Teachers

Bright Horizons; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 20,732 - 25,761; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking an Assistant Teacher in Cary, NC, for full-time or part-time positions with 3-5 year olds. Candidates must be at least 18 with a high school diploma or GED and have experience in child care.

The role involves assisting with activities, maintaining communication with parents, and ensuring a safe classroom. Enjoy competitive hourly pay ranging from $15.05 to $18.70, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities for children.
• Maintain open communication with parents.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment.
• Provide support across different classrooms as needed.

Skills

Child care experience

Communication with parents

Classroom safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA, Associate, or Bachelor’s degree in early education

Job description

Bright Horizons Assistant Teacher

Full-time or part-time position available with 3-5 year olds.

• Must be available until 5:30 or 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

• 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.

Location: Cary, NC.

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 otherwise fully 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 at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions.

Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy‑related limitations.

Compensation

The hourly pay for this position is between $15.05 to $18.70 per hour. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

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 our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
• Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness

Equal Opportunity Employment

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. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).