Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early education provider is seeking a Child Care Teacher to join their team in Lansdale. This role involves creating engaging activities for children, maintaining communication with parents, and ensuring a safe classroom environment. With a starting hourly rate of $17.50 - $21.35 and a $2,000 hiring incentive, this position offers a great opportunity for career growth and personal development.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Free college degrees through our program

Qualifications

• Must pass background checks and meet minimum education and experience requirements.
• 18+ years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of teaching experience in group child care or relevant degree.

Responsibilities

• Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of children.
• Maintain open communication with parents about their child's milestones.
• Ensure a safe, clean classroom following procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Knowledge of DAP

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA/AA in relevant fields

CDA certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Child Care Teacher role at Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool.

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.

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 in a center with a STEM lab, a Cooking room, summer gardening space, large playgrounds, and a bike path for children. This is a great opportunity to bring your creativity to work!

Responsibilities

1. Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of children
2. Maintain open communication with parents about their child's milestones
3. Ensure a safe, clean classroom following procedures and guidelines

Qualifications

• Must pass background checks and meet minimum education and experience requirements
• 18+ years old with a high school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)
• 5+ years of teaching experience in group child care, willing to obtain CDA if only a high school diploma
• Or BA/AA in relevant fields, or CDA with experience, or a degree with required credits and experience

Join us to create a nurturing environment supporting children's growth. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop engaging curricula. Discover your potential at Bright Horizons—apply today!

Physical Requirements

This role requires compliance with health and safety regulations, including immunizations and physical screenings. Full details are available at this link. We provide accommodations for disabilities and pregnancy-related limitations.

Salary & Benefits

The starting hourly rate is $17.50 - $21.35, based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, and free college degrees through our program.

Life at Bright Horizons

We value our employees and foster a collaborative workplace that supports career growth and personal development. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For assistance or accommodations, contact our recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail].