Child Care Assistant Teacher - BrightPath Kids

Hirebridge; Norwood (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking enthusiastic Teacher Assistants to join their team in Norwood. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with children, providing a nurturing environment that fosters growth and exploration. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive community, employees enjoy competitive pay, a generous childcare discount, and comprehensive benefits. Whether you have classroom experience or are new to the field, paid training is provided to ensure your success. Join a vibrant team dedicated to making a difference in children's lives and building a rewarding career in education.

Benefits

60% childcare discount

401(k) with company match

2 weeks paid time off

7 paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

$10,000 company-paid life insurance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.
• Assist teachers with instruction in the classroom.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Center: Norwood, MA

Hourly Rate: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal

No evenings or weekends!

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

No classroom experience? That’s okay – we provide paid training on all classroom procedures!

What will you be doing?

As a Teacher Assistant, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care, according to NAEYC guidelines. Responsibilities include:

1. Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.
2. Assisting teachers with instruction in the classroom.
3. Decorating inside and outside of classrooms as needed.
4. Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
5. Interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
6. Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

1. We offer a 60% child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
2. All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!
3. We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
4. Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
5. Full-time staff are given 7 paid holidays off.
6. Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance.

Requirements:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent required
2. Strong customer service skills
3. Ability to multitask and remain organized
4. Ability to work within regular operating hours
5. Must meet state criteria for child care employment

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.