Child Care Teacher, Kindergarten-Prep

Bright Horizons; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a Kindergarten Prep Teacher for its BH Club House at West Cary. This role involves guiding a teaching team, maintaining communication with parents, and ensuring a safe learning environment for children. The position offers competitive hourly rates and benefits, including medical insurance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Career development and free college degrees

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of professional experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings preferred.
• CDA or degree in early education strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide a teaching team to create plans and lead activities for children.
• Maintain open communication with parents about their child's milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

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 college degree at no cost. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Kindergarten Prep Teacher at BH Club House at West Cary.

Responsibilities:

1. Guide a teaching team to create plans, set goals, and lead hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of 4- and 5-year-old children in your classroom
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:

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED (required)
• 1 year of professional experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings (preferred)
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field (strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) for 4- and 5-year-olds (required)

Join us to create a nurturing environment supporting children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual 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 – 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 health, safety, and immunization requirements. You will work in person at an early education center, providing supervision, care, and curriculum delivery, in accordance with policies, procedures, and legal regulations to ensure children’s safety.

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

Compensation:

The hourly rate ranges from $16.50 to $22.30, depending on experience, education, certifications, location, and other factors.

Benefits:

We offer:

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

Our pay range is $17.50 to $21.35 per hour.

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our employees are the core of our company. We foster a collaborative environment that supports career growth and personal development. Join us to build a brighter future.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including Know Your Rights, FMLA, and EPPA.

For assistance or accommodations during the application process, contact our recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.