Early Childhood Teacher — Grow with Free Degrees & Perks

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and par­

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance (long/short-term)

Life insurance

Career development and free college de

Caregiving support

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring Bright Horizons Teachers in Massachusetts, offering full-time and part-time positions across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, parent communication, safety, and mandated reporting compliance.

Background checks and relevant education are required; CDA/degree is preferred. The role supports ongoing growth with opportunities for college degree progression and Horizons CDA & Degree Program.

Qualifications

• Pass required state and company background checks
• High school diploma or GED required
• 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
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required

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

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication with parents

Classroom safety

Adaptability across classrooms

Education

High school diploma or GED

ECE coursework or CDA/associate/bachelor in early education

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring Bright Horizons Teachers in Massachusetts, offering full-time and part-time positions across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, parent communication, safety, and mandated reporting compliance.

Background checks and relevant education are required; CDA/degree is preferred. The role supports ongoing growth with opportunities for college degree progression and Horizons CDA & Degree Program.