Infant Teacher - Woodbury, MN

MP Training and Recruitment; Oakbury (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Parental bonding leave

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Education assistance and college degs

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring a Teacher in Woodbury, MN. This full-time position involves in-person care for infants and preschoolers, delivering developmentally appropriate activities, and maintaining communication with families.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance with vaccination/health requirements, and ongoing professional growth through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program. Candidates must meet MN state education requirements, be 18+, and have or be pursuing a CDA or college credits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 16 qualifying semester credits or a CDA.
• Experience in child care/preschool settings preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP).

Responsibilities

• Create hands-on activities meeting children's needs and interests.
• Maintain open communication with parents about daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe, clean classroom following procedures and guidelines.

Skills

DAP knowledge

Background checks compliance

Communication with parents

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or 16 college credits

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. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Teacher.Full-time positions available with infants.Responsibilities:Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the childrenMaintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestonesEnsure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelinesQualifications:Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is requiredHave a completed minimum of 16 qualifying semester credits or a CDA, to be considered teacher-qualified under MN Rule 31 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferredDemonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is requiredBe part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.Physical Requirements:This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 poundsDemonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activitiesRespond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergenciesMaintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirementsThe full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.This position requires in-person work in the Woodbury, MN area.Compensation:The hourly rate for this position is between $19.75-$24.10 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.This position is also eligible for $3,000 hiring incentive!*Hiring incentives are offered as a one-time payment for eligible employees. To qualify, employees must successfully complete 100 days of employment and remain in good standing throughout that period. Employees who separate from the company or provide notice before completing 100 days are not eligible to receive the incentive payment.Benefits:Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave401(k) retirement planLong-term and short-term disability insuranceLife insuranceMoney-saving discounts and financial planning toolsCareer development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree ProgramCaregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your familyLearn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellnessDeadline to Apply:Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.Compensation: Multiple Age GroupsLife at Bright Horizons:At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.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]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.