Child Care Infant Teacher – Denver, CO

Healthy Child Care Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Child Care Infant Teacher to join their team. In this role, you will create engaging, hands-on activities that cater to the developmental needs of infants while fostering a nurturing environment. You will collaborate with a dynamic team and communicate regularly with parents to share milestones and ensure the safety of children. This opportunity not only allows you to make a significant impact on young lives but also offers career development through free college degrees. If you are ready to grow your teaching career and make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free secure gated parking

RTD Light Rail Pass

Free gym membership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability insurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in child care or preschool setting required.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging activities tailored to children's interests.
• Maintain communication with parents about their child's progress.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Activity Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or Associate's Degree in Early Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Education or Related Field

Job description

Child Care Infant Teacher

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 Teacher.

Full-time positions are available with Infants.

Responsibilities:

1. Create 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:

• 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 setting.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field.
• 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.

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is between $20.25 – $24.75. 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 payable after 100 days of employment.

Benefits:

• Free secure gated parking.
• RTD Light Rail Pass (If you choose Public Transportation).
• Free gym membership.
• 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.

Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.