Child Care Teacher- LaCrosse

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development. As a teacher, you will create engaging activities and maintain a safe learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. With opportunities for career advancement and free college degrees, this role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while collaborating with a dynamic team. Experience a supportive workplace that values your contributions and fosters personal and professional growth. Apply today and help shape the future of young learners!

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass background checks and meet education requirements.
• 1 year of professional experience in child care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create hands-on activities tailored to children's needs.
• Maintain communication with parents about their child's milestones.

Skills

Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or 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 and part-time positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Responsibilities:

1. Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the 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 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
• MUST MEET State of WI teacher qualifications (at a minimum)
• - 3 State classes (EC1/EC2/Infant-Toddler)
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor's degree in early education or related field is preferred
• 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 you. 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 any applicable laws and regulations, ensuring children's safety and your own.

The full set of physical requirements can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws requiring reasonable accommodations for disabilities or pregnancy-related limitations.

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is between $16.25-19.85. The listed pay range is what Bright Horizons anticipates offering, but actual offers depend on experience, education, certifications, location, and other factors.

Benefits:

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

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. We are committed to supporting our employees' careers and personal lives in a collaborative workplace. Come build a brighter future with us.

Bright Horizons is an equal opportunity employer and does 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, FMLA, and EPPA.

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