Associate Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,858; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave

401(k) retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bright Horizons Children's Centers is seeking an Assistant Teacher in Newburyport, MA. This role allows you to positively impact children's lives while having opportunities for professional development, including a CDA or college degree at no cost.

Responsibilities include engaging with children, maintaining open communication with parents, and ensuring a safe environment. Full-time and part-time positions are available, and we offer competitive compensation ranging from $18.00 to $22.40 per hour.

Benefits include medical coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 1 year of experience in child care is preferred.
• CDA or degree in early education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities for children.
• Maintain communication with parents.
• Ensure classroom safety and cleanliness.
• Provide support in any classroom as needed.

Skills

Experience in child care

Communication skills

Physical stamina

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 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

• 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 a related field is preferred

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a weight range of 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift 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

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $18.00 to $22.40 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 will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and 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

Location

This position requires in‑person work in the Newburyport, MA area.

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), Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Accommodation Assistance

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing any aspect of the application or 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.