Associate Teacher

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and par­

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Free college degrees through Horizons

Caregiving support and resources

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring a full-time Assistant Teacher for preschoolers (ages 3-4) at Coconut Creek, FL. You will support hands-on activities, communicate with families, and maintain a safe classroom. The role offers access to CDA or college degrees at no cost.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED, background checks, and DCF 45 hours; experience and degrees in early education are preferred. Competitive hourly pay with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 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 preferred.
• Florida Care Provider Clearinghouse Screening required.
• DCF 45 hours required per guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet children’s needs and interests.
• Maintain open communication with parents about daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe, clean classroom by following procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Communication with parents

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA/Associate/Bachelor 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. A full-time position is available with preschoolers (ages 3-4) at Bright Horizons at Coconut Creek!

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

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 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
• Florida Care Provider Clearinghouse Background Screening https://crw.flclearinghouse.com/
• DCF 45 hours required (depending on in‑state experience per DCF guidelines)

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.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $15.05 - $18.70 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 Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness

Life at Bright Horizons

At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.

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).

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.