Early Childhood Teacher

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,960; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Baltimore is looking for a passionate Teacher to join their team. The role involves creating engaging, hands-on activities and maintaining communication with parents. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those having an early education degree. Enjoy a competitive hourly wage of $19.00 – $23.20 and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and opportunities for career development and free college degrees.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass state and company background checks.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• 1 year of experience in child care preferred.
• Must meet Maryland Licensing qualifications for a Teacher.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Professional experience in child care or preschool settings

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)

Strong communication skills

Ability to create hands-on activities

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA, Associate, or Bachelor's 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 positions are 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 required

• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred

• CDA, Associate, or bachelor's degree in early education or related field is strongly preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required

• Must meet Maryland Licensing qualifications for a Teacher including the completion of the MSDE 90 clock hour certification required

• Candidates must be willing to obtain a Flu Shot to ensure compliance with enhanced health and safety protocols and to keep yourself and others safe and free from illness.

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 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.

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 accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $19.00 – $23.20 per hour. 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.

This position is also eligible for a hiring incentive up to $2,000 payable after 100 days of employment.

Benefits

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Life insurance

• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance

• Career development opportunities and free college degrees

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.

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.