Full Time Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-class team as a Child Care Teacher, where you will make a meaningful impact on children's lives every day. This full-time position at a well-regarded early education center in Fort Myers offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and the opportunity to earn your college degree for free. You will lead engaging activities tailored to children's interests, maintain a safe and clean classroom, and foster strong communication with parents. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this role is perfect for those passionate about early learning. Build a brighter future with a company recognized among FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.”

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Referral bonus

Career development

Free college degrees

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead activities based on children's interests.
• Communicate daily with parents about their child's milestones.

Skills

Child Care

Communication

Activity Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA (Child Development Associate)

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Child Care Teacher

Imagine your future as a teacher with a world-class team where you make a difference for children every day. Imagine learning from experts in your field, and having the opportunity to earn your college degree – for free. Imagine it all as a Bright Horizons Teacher.

Bright Horizons at Chicos FAS Early Education Center is now Hiring in Fort Myers, FL!

• Full-time positions now available with:
• Infants, Toddlers, Preschool from 9:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
• We offer competitive pay ranging from $15.40 to 20.75 per hour, based on education and experience!
• Preferred: DCF45hrs/exams completed (contingent upon state residency OR time in field)
• Preferred: CDA completed
• Other amenities: a gym and daily exercise classes, food trucks several days a week, and an onsite cafe.

A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Referral bonus
• Career development and FREE college degrees through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program

*Benefits vary based on full-time/part-time status

As a Child Care Teacher, you will:

• Create and lead activities based on your observations of the children’s interests and needs.
• Communicate daily with parents. Document and share the important milestones in their child’s day.
• Keep the classroom safe and clean by following important procedures and guidelines.

Requirements:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• CDA preferred
• Degree OR Early childhood coursework preferred
• At least 6-12 months of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred

Explore your passion for early learning; pursue your purpose as a teacher, and enjoy the possibilities of all the places a Bright Horizons career can take you – in a workplace dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion; where you can be you. Come build a brighter future at one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” Apply today!

Compensation: $15.40 - $20.75 / hr

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us.