Assistant Teachers

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Raleigh (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

Life insurance

Job summary

Bright Horizons Children's Centers in Raleigh, NC is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher to support children's learning and growth. The position involves assisting with hands-on activities, maintaining a safe environment, and communicating with parents about their child's daily progress.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those with prior experience in child care and relevant educational qualifications. Bright Horizons offers competitive pay and various benefits including medical insurance and vacation time.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Preferred 1 year of experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings.
• CDA or college degree in early education or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities to meet children's needs and interests.
• Maintain communication with parents about child's milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment.
• Support in various classrooms and age groups as needed.

Skills

Child care experience

Effective communication

Classroom safety adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Job description

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.

Full‑time support positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Schedule: Monday‑Friday 8:30‑5:30.

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

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED
• 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

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 accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy‑related limitations.

This position requires in‑person work in the Raleigh, NC area.

Hourly pay: $15.05 to $18.70 per hour. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, training, 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

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).