Infant Teacher

Bright Horizons; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 30,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave

401(k) retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Free college degrees through Horizons CDA & Degree Program

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a full-time Teacher to impact children’s lives positively. Located in Town of Florida, NY, this role includes creating engaging activities, ensuring classroom safety, and maintaining communication with parents. Preferred qualifications include CDA or college coursework in early education and 1 year of teaching experience. Compensation ranges from $16.50 to $22.30 per hour, with benefits like medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• CDA in Infants/Toddlers is strongly preferred.
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.

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

Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

Communication with parents

Hands-on activity creation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or related college-level early education coursework

Associate or bachelor’s degree in early education

Job description

Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost as a Bright Horizons Teacher.

A full‑time position for infants is available at Bright Horizons at Abacoa, Jupiter, Florida. Hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Preferred qualifications: DCF45hrs/exams completed (contingent upon state residency or time in field). Strongly preferred: CDA in Infants/Toddlers.

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.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age 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) for children is required.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a weight range of 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift more than 40 pounds.
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities.
• Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements.

The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $16.50 and $22.30 per hour. Actual compensation will depend on experience, education and training, geography, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Money‑saving discounts and financial planning tools.
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family.

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail].