Child Care Assistant Teachers in Johnson City, NY

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Village of Johnson City (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization where you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives every day. As an Assistant Teacher, you will assist in creating a safe and nurturing environment that fosters children's growth. This role offers full-time opportunities with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, allowing you to collaborate with a dynamic team and engage in curriculum development. Enjoy career development opportunities and the chance to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost. If you're passionate about early education, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Career Development Opportunities

Free College Degrees

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet children's needs and interests.
• Maintain communication with parents about their child's milestones.

Skills

Child Care

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA, Associate, or 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.

Full-time positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschool.

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

Qualifications:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company 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, ensuring the safety of children in our care.

The full set of physical requirements for this role 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 $16.45-20.45 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering. Actual offers depend on experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant factors.

This position is also eligible for a $1,250 hiring incentive!

Benefits:

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits, subject to eligibility:

• 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

Deadline to Apply:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Life at Bright Horizons:

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 provides equal opportunity employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with relevant laws and regulations, including Know Your Rights, FMLA, and EPPA.

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