Early Education Teacher — Grow Your Career & Learn

Bright Horizons; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Horizons CDA & Degree Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring a Teacher in Suffield, CT to work with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers in a center that operates Monday through Friday, 7am–6pm. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, open parent communication, and maintaining a safe classroom.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED, CDA or coursework, and prefer an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education, with 1 year of relevant experience. In-person work is required in Suffield, CT.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• College-level early education coursework 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.

Skills

DAP knowledge

Communication with parents

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or early education coursework

Associate or Bachelor's in ECE or related field

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring a Teacher in Suffield, CT to work with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers in a center that operates Monday through Friday, 7am–6pm. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, open parent communication, and maintaining a safe classroom.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED, CDA or coursework, and prefer an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education, with 1 year of relevant experience. In-person work is required in Suffield, CT.