Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Horizons Family Solutions is seeking full-time Teachers for their childcare centers in Lansdale, PA. The role involves creating engaging activities for children, maintaining communication with parents, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must meet educational and experience requirements, with a competitive hourly rate and benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Career development and free college degrees

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• 5 years of teaching experience in a group child care setting.
• Willingness to obtain CDA upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Create hands-on activities to meet children's needs.
• Maintain open communication with parents.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom.

Skills

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA/AA in early childhood education

CDA certification

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 Teacher.

Merck is seeking experienced, full-time Teachers for our West Point Child Learning Center and our Upper Gwynedd Child Learning Center!

Developed in the spirit of Merck, the childcare centers are dynamic, nurturing, inclusive environments where children participate in experiences promoting invention and discovery. All Merck childcare centers are NAEYC accredited and enjoy spacious, state-of-the-art facilities, each with its own thoughtfully designed playground.

We are seeking Teachers for two of our centers in the area:

Bright Horizons at West Point (1631 S. Broad Street, Lansdale PA)

Click here for West Point Center Details

Bright Horizons at Upper Gwynedd (500 Dickerson Rd, North Wales PA)

Click here for Upper Gwynedd Center Details

These centers provide child care for Merck employees and are located on the Merck campus.

We are currently offering a $2,000 hiring incentive to new Teachers, paid after 100 days of employment.

Enjoy working as a Teacher in one of our Merck centers, with a STEM lab and a Cooking room to enhance your teaching experience! We also focus on summer gardening with a dedicated gardening space, allowing you to bring your creative skills to work.

Both Merck childcare centers are NAEYC accredited, featuring spacious, state-of-the-art facilities, each with a thoughtfully designed playground and a bike path for children.

Responsibilities:

1. Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of 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 background checks and meet minimum education and experience requirements:

1. 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED
2. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children
3. 5 years of teaching experience in a group child care setting with a high school diploma, and willingness to obtain CDA upon hire
4. OR BA/AA in early childhood education, child development, or related fields
5. OR CDA with one year of experience in group child care
6. OR a bachelor’s degree with 30 credit hours in relevant fields and 1 year of experience
7. OR an associate’s degree with 2 years of experience

Join us to create a safe, nurturing environment supporting children’s growth. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop engaging curricula that shape future learners and leaders. Discover where your passion and a career at Bright Horizons can lead you—apply today in an inclusive workplace where you can be yourself.

Physical Requirements:

This role requires compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations, including immunizations, physicals, and training. You will work in person to supervise, care for, and deliver curriculum to children, ensuring their safety and well-being.

The full physical requirements are available at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities and pregnancy-related limitations.

Salary/Hourly Rate and Other Compensation:

The hourly rate ranges from $17.50 to $21.35, depending on experience, education, certifications, and location.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Career development and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program

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Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. We are committed to growing careers and supporting personal lives through collaborative workplaces. Come build a brighter future with us.

Bright Horizons is an equal opportunity employer, respecting all characteristics protected by law. For assistance or accommodations during the application process, contact our helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Requests are evaluated case-by-case.