Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Westbrook (NH, ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate teachers to make a meaningful impact on children's lives. In this full-time role, you will create engaging activities, maintain communication with parents, and ensure a safe learning environment. With opportunities for career advancement and free college degrees, this position is ideal for those dedicated to nurturing young minds. Join a dynamic team committed to children's growth and development in an inclusive workplace where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Career development opportunities

Free college degrees

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Must pass state and company background checks.
• 1 year of professional experience in child care preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or Associate's Degree

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 Teacher.

Full-time positions are available with infants and toddlers.

Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

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

• 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 settings is preferred
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor's degree in early education or related field is preferred
• 9 credits including child growth and development OR child growth and development, and 1,000 hours in a center required
• 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 yourself. 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 at 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 applicable laws and regulations, ensuring children's safety.

The full 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.

Salary/Hourly Rate and Other Compensation Disclosures:

The hourly rate for this position is between $20.75-$24.75 per hour. The pay range reflects what Bright Horizons anticipates offering, with actual offers depending on experience, education, certifications, location, and other factors.

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
• On-site parking

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're as committed to our employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our workplaces support career growth and personal life balance. Come build a brighter future with us.

Bright Horizons is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We comply with applicable laws and regulations, including Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

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