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Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Life insurance

Scholarship/degree program for CDA & D

Job summary

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC. is hiring in McHenry, IL to support early education as a Classroom Teacher. You will create hands-on activities, share daily milestones with families, and maintain a safe, clean classroom according to Bright Horizons policies.

Role requires in-person work at a Bright Horizons center in the McHenry area. Candidates should meet state requirements, have a high school diploma or GED, and possess CDA/early education coursework or a degree.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Related college-level early education coursework or CDA is required.
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required.
• Must meet IL Teacher Qualified requirements with options described in the posting.

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
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed

Skills

DAP knowledge

Parent communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or college coursework in early education

1 year teaching experience (preferred)

Job description

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC. is hiring in McHenry, IL to support early education as a Classroom Teacher. You will create hands-on activities, share daily milestones with families, and maintain a safe, clean classroom according to Bright Horizons policies.

Role requires in-person work at a Bright Horizons center in the McHenry area. Candidates should meet state requirements, have a high school diploma or GED, and possess CDA/early education coursework or a degree.