Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool Teachers

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 30,431 - 38,242; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Referral bonus

Career development and free college degrees

Job summary

Bright Horizons Children's Centers in Watertown, Massachusetts, is hiring for full-time and part-time teaching positions for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Teachers will create activities, communicate with parents, and ensure a safe environment.

Competitive salaries range from $22.09 to $27.76 per hour based on experience and education, along with benefits like medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and tuition assistance for college degrees.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Early childhood coursework, CDA, or degree preferred.
• At least six months of experience in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead activities based on children's interests.
• Communicate daily with parents about milestones.
• Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Child Development Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Early childhood coursework, CDA, or degree

Job description

Bright Horizons at Newton and Bright Horizons Jim Greenman Early Education Innovation Center now offer full‑time and part‑time positions for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our centers offer competitive salaries ranging from $22.09 to $27.76 per hour, based on education and experience.

Imagine your future as a Bright Horizons teacher—making a difference for children every day, learning from experts in your field, and having the opportunity to earn a college degree for free.

Benefits

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

*Benefits vary based on full‑time or part‑time status.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead activities based on observations of the children's interests and needs.
• Communicate daily with parents and document and share 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.
• Early childhood coursework, CDA, or degree preferred.
• At least six months of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred.
• DEEC Infant/Toddler or Preschool Certified.

Compensation Range: $22.09 - $27.76 per hour.

Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO statements: EEO - English, EEO - Spanish, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Bright Horizons is ranked among Fortune's "100 Best Companies to Work For."

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should 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.