Early Education Teacher: Free College Degrees & Growth

Bright Horizons; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive up to $1,000

Free college degrees through Horizons:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring Teachers across Connecticut locations to inspire and educate young children in in-person classrooms. Compensation has increased to attract talented educators, with incentives and the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

Positions are available in multiple CT communities including Bloomfield and Suffield. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, family communication, and adherence to safety standards with mandated reporting where required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks.
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• College-level early education course work or CDA is required.
• 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.
• Demonstrated 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.

Skills

DAP knowledge

Parent communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or college-level coursework in early education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in early education

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring Teachers across Connecticut locations to inspire and educate young children in in-person classrooms. Compensation has increased to attract talented educators, with incentives and the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

Positions are available in multiple CT communities including Bloomfield and Suffield. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, family communication, and adherence to safety standards with mandated reporting where required.