Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,710; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability insurance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading child care organization in New York City is seeking dedicated individuals for teaching roles to make a meaningful impact on children's lives. Candidates should have a high school diploma/GED and 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education. Preferred candidates will have a degree in Early Childhood Education and experience in child care. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $23.00 to $28.10 per hour, along with a hiring incentive and various benefits like medical insurance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required.
• 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education and a study plan leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education is strongly preferred.
• New York State Teaching (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education) or study plan eligible is preferred.
• At least two years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred.

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.

Skills

Child Care

Early Childhood Education

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

9 college credits in Early Childhood Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Overview

Bright Horizons – Grow your teaching career by making 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.

Locations

• One Park Ave (ground floor entrance on 33rd st)
• East 14th St
• 1230 York Ave

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 state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education and a study plan leading to an Associate\'s or Bachelor\'s Degree in Early Childhood Education is required
• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education is strongly preferred
• New York State Teaching (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education) or study plan eligible is Preferred
• At least two years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred

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.

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 that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $23.00-28.10 per hour. 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 $1,500 hiring incentive, now through April 1, 2026.

Benefits

• 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

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

Life at Bright Horizons

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).