Child Care Teacher - Schaumburg

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading early education provider as a Teacher, where you can impact children's lives daily. This full-time role involves creating engaging activities, maintaining parent communication, and ensuring classroom safety. Enjoy career growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of professional experience in child care preferred.
• Must meet state requirements to be Teacher Qualified.

Responsibilities

• Create hands-on activities for children.
• Maintain communication with parents about milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom.

Skills

Developmentally Appropriate Practice

Education

High School Diploma or GED

60 semester hours from an accredited college

CDA Credential

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 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 state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

1. 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
2. 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
3. Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required
4. Must meet state requirements to be Teacher Qualified in the State of IL: 1) 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester hours or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or development from birth to age 6 OR 2) 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten or licensed day care center AND 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester or 9 quarter hours in courses related directly to childcare and/or child development from birth to age 6 OR 3) Completion of credential programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G, otherwise known as CDA.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires compliance with all applicable health and safety requirements, including immunizations, employment physical/screening, and training. You will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center, providing supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services, ensuring children's safety and adherence to policies and regulations.

The full physical requirements can be reviewed at this link. Bright Horizons complies with all laws requiring reasonable accommodations for disabilities and pregnancy-related limitations.

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is between $18.50 - $22.60 per hour, depending 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

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're committed to our employees as well as the children and families we serve, our workplaces support career growth and personal development. 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. For assistance or accommodations during the application process, contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail].