Early Childhood Education Teacher

Bright Horizons; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 29,274 - 35,748; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bright Horizons in Sacramento, California, is seeking a passionate Teacher to impact children's lives. You will create hands-on activities and maintain communication with parents. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred coursework in early childhood education. This part-time role offers a supportive community focused on your growth and well-being.

Compensation ranges from $21.25 to $25.95 per hour, with benefits including insurance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• 12 ECE units completed preferred.
• College-level coursework in early childhood education is preferred.
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care preferred.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) is required.

Responsibilities

• Create hands-on activities to meet children's needs.
• Maintain communication with parents about milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom.

Skills

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)

Strong communication skills

Experience with children aged 0-5

Education

High school diploma or GED

12 ECE units completed

College-level coursework in early childhood 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.

Part‑time positions available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Responsibilities

• Create 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.

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.
• 12 ECE units completed preferred: 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.
• College‑level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred.
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required.

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 pounds.
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities.
• Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements.

The 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 Sacramento, California area.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $21.25 – $25.95.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Money‑saving discounts and financial planning tools.
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family.

Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness.

Life 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.