Child Care Assistant Teacher - Detroit Diesel

Bright Horizons; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Daycare Assistant Toddler Teacher to join their team in Detroit. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while collaborating with a dynamic team. You'll create engaging activities tailored to toddlers' needs and maintain a nurturing environment that promotes their growth. With opportunities for career development and the chance to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in early education. Join a workplace that values inclusivity and personal growth while shaping future learners and leaders.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability insurance

Career development opportunities

Free college degrees through Horizons CDA & Degree Program

$500 hiring incentive

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in child care or preschool settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create hands-on activities to engage toddlers.
• Maintain communication with parents about their child's progress.

Skills

Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

Communication Skills

Activity Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or Associate Degree in Early Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Education or Related Field

Job description

Daycare Assistant Toddler Teacher - Bright Horizons at Detroit Diesel

13440 Outer Drive West Detroit, MI, 48239

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 Toddler Teacher.

Full-time position now available with toddlers.

Responsibilities:

• Create 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 professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required

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 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. 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 any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.

Salary/Hourly Rate and Other Compensation Disclosures:
The hourly rate for this position is between $12.90/hr to $16.00/hr. 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.

This position is also eligible for a $500 hiring incentive.

Benefits:

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us.