Kindergarten Prep Teacher — Grow with Free College Degrees

Bright Horizons; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

College degree programs

Caregiving support

Job summary

Bright Horizons in Newton, MA is seeking a Kindergarten Prep Teacher to guide a teaching team, design plans, and lead hands-on activities for 4- and 5-year-olds in the classroom.

You’ll have the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost, and the role includes an in-person work commitment with a hiring incentive of $1,000 after 100 days of employment. Comprehensive benefits and competitive pay apply.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• College-level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required

Responsibilities

• Guide a teaching team to create plans, goals, and lead hands‑on activities to meet the needs and interests of the 4- and 5-year-old children in your classroom
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child’s daily milestones
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines

Skills

DAP knowledge

Communication with parents

Education

High school diploma or GED

Early childhood education coursework or CDA

Associate or bachelor's degree in early education or related field

Job description

Bright Horizons in Newton, MA is seeking a Kindergarten Prep Teacher to guide a teaching team, design plans, and lead hands-on activities for 4- and 5-year-olds in the classroom.

You’ll have the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost, and the role includes an in-person work commitment with a hiring incentive of $1,000 after 100 days of employment. Comprehensive benefits and competitive pay apply.