Early Education Teacher: Growth, Perks, and Free Degrees

Brighthorizons; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Free college degrees through Horizons’

Career development opportunities

Caregiving support

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring Teachers at multiple CT centers, in-person in New Haven/Orange areas. The role involves supervising and delivering curriculum for infants to preschoolers, with opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

The position requires meeting safety guidelines, engaging families, and documenting milestones while supporting a nurturing learning environment. Prior early education coursework and a CDA or higher are preferred.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• 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) 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 State agency, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect.

Skills

DAP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA / Associate / Bachelor’s in early education

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring Teachers at multiple CT centers, in-person in New Haven/Orange areas. The role involves supervising and delivering curriculum for infants to preschoolers, with opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

The position requires meeting safety guidelines, engaging families, and documenting milestones while supporting a nurturing learning environment. Prior early education coursework and a CDA or higher are preferred.