Early Education Assistant Teacher — Path to Free College

MP Training and Recruitment; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 2,156,000 - 2,679,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation and leave

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Free college degrees through Horizons

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a Downers Grove, IL center. The role includes supervising activities, maintaining safety, and communicating with families about each child’s milestones.

Requirements include background checks and a high school diploma or GED; CDA/AA/BA in early education is preferred. In-person duties span multiple classrooms as needed, with benefits and career development opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children.
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following procedures and guidelines.
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or nearby locations.

Skills

Communication with parents

Caregiving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA/Associate/Bachelor in Early Education preferred

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a Downers Grove, IL center. The role includes supervising activities, maintaining safety, and communicating with families about each child’s milestones.

Requirements include background checks and a high school diploma or GED; CDA/AA/BA in early education is preferred. In-person duties span multiple classrooms as needed, with benefits and career development opportunities available.