Early Childhood Teacher

Bright Horizons; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 35,473 - 43,325; Full 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 is seeking a dedicated Teacher in San Mateo, California to help grow children’s learning. As part of your role, you will create engaging activities based on children's needs and maintain communication with parents.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, with preferences for further qualifications. The position offers competitive hourly rates and a $2000 signing bonus along with benefits like medical, dental, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age required.
• Transcripts will be required at time of hire.
• 12 Child Development units completed required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)

Communication with parents

Ability to lift and carry children

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA, Associate, or Bachelor’s degree in Early Education

Job description

Position Overview

Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons as a Bright Horizons Teacher. Full‑time positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in Foster City.

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
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred
• 12 Child Development units completed: Child Development, Child, Family, and Community, Introduction to Curriculum, and Principles and Practices. If applying for an Infant or Toddler position, Infant and Toddler Development class is required as one of the curriculum courses
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required
• Transcripts will be required at time of hire
• AA/BA in Early Childhood Education preferred

Physical Requirements

• 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

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $25.75 – 31.45 per hour. This position also offers a $2000 hiring incentive.

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

EEO Statement

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.