Early Education Assistant Teacher - Free College Degrees

Bright Horizons; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and Par…

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Career development and free collegedeg

Caregiving support and resources

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring an Assistant Teacher in Deerfield, IL to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a full-time role. You will assist with hands-on activities, communicate with families about daily milestones, and help maintain a safe classroom while following Bright Horizons guidelines.

The position requires background checks; prior child care experience and educational preferences are noted.

Qualifications

• Background checks required by state and Bright Horizons
• Must meet state and Bright Horizons education and experience requirements
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet children’s needs and interests
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing 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 nearby locations

Skills

Hands-on activities

Parent communication

Safety procedures

Cross-classroom support

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year of child care experience

CDA/Associate/Bachelor in early education (preferred)

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring an Assistant Teacher in Deerfield, IL to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a full-time role. You will assist with hands-on activities, communicate with families about daily milestones, and help maintain a safe classroom while following Bright Horizons guidelines.

The position requires background checks; prior child care experience and educational preferences are noted.