Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher

MP Training and Recruitment; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 73,784,000 - 90,117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

Disability and life insurance

College degree program through Horizon

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher in San Francisco's Mission Bay to guide a teaching team, design engaging activities, and monitor progress toward each child’s goals. You will collaborate with families to share daily milestones and ensure a safe, compliant classroom environment.

The role requires state background checks, 12 ECE units, 12–18 months of teaching experience, and a relevant early childhood education credential or higher degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• 12 ECE units completed; Infant/Toddler coursework if applying for Infant/Toddler role.
• 12–18 months of professional teaching experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings.

Responsibilities

• Guide a teaching team to create classroom plans and lead hands-on activities.
• Maintain open communication with parents and share daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines.
• Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services per Bright Horizons’ policies.

Skills

ECE units

DAP knowledge

communication with parents

18+ years with HS diploma

Education

12 ECE units completed

CDA or higher degree preferred

Infant/Toddler coursework

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 Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher at Mission Bay in San Francisco!Responsibilities:Guide a teaching team to create classroom plans, goals, and lead hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the childrenMaintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestonesEnsure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelinesQualifications: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 required12 ECE units completed required: Child Development, Child Family Community and 2 curriculum courses. If applying for an Infant or Toddler position the Infant/Toddler class is required as one of the curriculum courses. *Transcripts will be required at time of hire.*12 to 18 months of professional teaching experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is requiredCDA, Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or child development related field is preferredDemonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) is requiredBe part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.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.Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 poundsDemonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activitiesRespond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergenciesMaintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirementsThe 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 accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.This position requires in-person work in the San Francisco, California area.Compensation:The hourly rate for this position is between $25.75 - $31.45. 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.Benefits:Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave401(k) retirement planLong-term and short-term disability insuranceLife insuranceMoney-saving discounts and financial planning toolsCareer development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree ProgramCaregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your familyLearn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellnessCompensation: $25.75 - $31.45 / hrLife at Bright Horizons:At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.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).If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.