Early Childhood Assistant Teacher - Free CDA & Degree Path

Bright Horizons; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Discounts & planning tools

Career development & free degrees

Caregiving support

Job summary

Bright Horizons in New York City is hiring an Assistant Teacher for toddlers and 2’s/young preschoolers. This full-time role involves hands-on activities, communicating with parents, and maintaining a safe, clean classroom.

Candidates must meet state and company background checks; high school diploma or GED; 2 years of childcare experience; CDA/Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred. Bright Horizons supports growth and offers free college degrees.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• 2 years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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
• Fulfill mandated reporter requirements as defined by the appropriate State agency, including reporting any suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the agency and informing the director

Skills

Communication with parents

Classroom support

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA / Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Bright Horizons in New York City is hiring an Assistant Teacher for toddlers and 2’s/young preschoolers. This full-time role involves hands-on activities, communicating with parents, and maintaining a safe, clean classroom.

Candidates must meet state and company background checks; high school diploma or GED; 2 years of childcare experience; CDA/Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred. Bright Horizons supports growth and offers free college degrees.