Early Education Assistant Teacher – Growth & Free Degrees

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

College degree program

Job summary

Bright Horizons invites you to join our Itasca, IL early childhood team as an Assistant Teacher, where you will support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers through hands-on activities, daily routines, and age-appropriate learning experiences. You will communicate with families about milestones, help maintain a safe, clean classroom, and may work across centers to cover coverage needs.

The role supports pursuing a CDA or college degree at no cost and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must pass state and company background checks.
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of child care experience preferred.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor's in early education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet children's needs.
• Maintain communication with parents about daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe, clean classroom by following procedures.
• Provide coverage across centers or nearby locations as needed.

Skills

Communication with parents

Classroom assistant

Education

CDA/Associate/Bachelor in early education

Job description

Bright Horizons invites you to join our Itasca, IL early childhood team as an Assistant Teacher, where you will support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers through hands-on activities, daily routines, and age-appropriate learning experiences. You will communicate with families about milestones, help maintain a safe, clean classroom, and may work across centers to cover coverage needs.

The role supports pursuing a CDA or college degree at no cost and offers comprehensive benefits.