Associate Child Care

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 20,732 - 25,761; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive

Free college degrees through Horizons

Job summary

Bright Horizons Assistant Teacher in Nashville, TN, is seeking dedicated candidates to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers through engaging activities and attentive supervision.

Full-time and part-time roles are available; you can pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost as part of our Horizons program. In-person work in the Nashville area is required, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings preferred.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field preferred.
• Background checks required by state and company.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet children’s needs and interests.
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following procedures and guidelines.
• Provide support across classrooms or age groups as needed.

Skills

Child care experience

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA / Associate / Bachelor's in early education

Job description

Bright Horizons Assistant Teacher

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.

Full-time and part-time 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 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 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.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.

To fulfill this role the employee may need to:

• 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.

This position requires in‑person work in the Nashville, TN area.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $15.05-$18.70. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors. This position is also eligible for a $1000 hiring incentive to be paid after 100 days of employment.

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.

Deadline to Apply

Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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).

Request for Accommodation

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.