Assistant Teachers

Bright Horizons; 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

Job summary

Bright Horizons is looking for an Assistant Teacher based in Raleigh, North Carolina. This full-time role involves making a positive impact on children's lives through hands-on activities and open communication with parents. Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED, and preferably have experience in childcare.

The position offers an hourly salary between $15.05 and $18.70, along with benefits like medical insurance, paid leave, and retirement plans. Bright Horizons also provides opportunities for career growth and educational support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: One year of experience working in childcare settings.
• Preferred: CDA, associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Child care experience

Communication skills

Safety procedures knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or higher education 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.

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

• Minimum 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: One year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings.
• Preferred: CDA, associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or a related field.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10–40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds.
• Demonstrate a 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 the company’s job‑description portal. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy‑related limitations.

Salary/Hourly Rate and Other Compensation Disclosures

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

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 the Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family.

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.