Child Care Assistant Teacher

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Teacher to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while working in a nurturing environment. You will assist with hands-on activities, maintain open communication with parents, and ensure a safe classroom. With a commitment to career development, the company provides support for pursuing further education, including CDA and college degrees. Join this dynamic team and help shape future learners and leaders in an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Must pass state and company background checks.
• 1 year of experience in child care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities for children.
• Maintain communication with parents about milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment.

Skills

Child Care

Communication

Classroom Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or Associate Degree in Early Education

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.

Wake Forest Baptist Health is now hiring a full-time Associate Teacher, working with toddlers.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
2. Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
3. Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
4. 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 minimum education and experience requirements:

1. 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
2. 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
3. CDA, Associate, or bachelor's degree in early education or related field is preferred

Join us to create a safe, nurturing environment that supports children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create engaging curriculum that shapes future learners and leaders. Discover where your passion and a career at Bright Horizons can lead you - all in an inclusive workplace where you can be you. Apply today and explore the possibilities!

Physical Requirements:

This position requires compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons', and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services per Bright Horizons' policies, procedures, and guidance, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, ensuring children's safety.

The full set of physical requirements can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws requiring reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is between $17.50 - $21.35 per hour. The listed pay range is what Bright Horizons anticipates offering. Actual offers depend on experience, education, certifications, location, and other factors.

Benefits:

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits, subject to eligibility:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Career development and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're committed to our employees as well as the children, families, and clients we serve, our workplaces support career growth and personal development. Come build a brighter future with us.

Bright Horizons is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We comply with applicable laws and regulations, including Know Your Rights, FMLA, and EPPA.

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact our helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.