Child Care Assistant Teachers

Bright Horizons; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to making a difference in children's lives. As an Assistant Teacher, you'll engage with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers while supporting their development through hands-on activities. With opportunities for professional growth, including pursuing a CDA or college degree at no cost, this role offers a rewarding career path. Enjoy a collaborative environment that values your contributions and provides comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement plans. If you're passionate about early education and want to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Career Development Programs

Qualifications

• Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet children's needs.
• Communicate daily with parents about milestones.

Skills

Child Care Experience

Communication Skills

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Early Childhood Coursework

Job description

Grow your teaching career withBright 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 aBright Horizons Assistant Teacher!

Immediately Hiring at these locations in Wilmington, Delaware:

Bright Horizons at Concord Plaza (3511 Silverside Road)

Nemours Child Development Center (1920 Rockland Road)

Full-time and part-time positionsnow availablewithinfants, toddlers, twos and preschoolers.

Responsibilities:

• Assist withhands-on activitiesto meet the needs and interests of the children.

• Communicate daily with parents.Document and sharethe important milestones in theirchild’s day.

• Keep the classroom safe and clean by following important procedures and guidelines.

Qualifications:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GEDrequired

• Demonstratedexperience workingwith children;child care, daycare, or preschool preferred

• Must meet Delaware licensing requirements for an Assistant Teacher. Early childhood coursework, including TECE 1 and 2 (or the equivalent in ECE credits) required

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.

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

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.

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 for you plus free college degrees for your teachers through ourHorizons CDA & Degree Program

Compensation: $15.05 - $18.70 / hr

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.

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.