Kindergarten Prep Teacher: Grow Your Teaching Career

Bright Horizons; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and Par…

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

College degrees via Horizons CDA & Deg

Caregiving support

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring a Kindergarten Prep Teacher in Lexington, MA, to lead a teaching team for 4–5 year-olds in an onsite classroom. You will plan activities, track milestones, and maintain a safe, engaging learning environment.

We offer pathways to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost, plus comprehensive benefits and a supportive community focused on growth for children and staff alike.

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

Parent communication

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Early education degree / CDA / related

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring a Kindergarten Prep Teacher in Lexington, MA, to lead a teaching team for 4–5 year-olds in an onsite classroom. You will plan activities, track milestones, and maintain a safe, engaging learning environment.

We offer pathways to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost, plus comprehensive benefits and a supportive community focused on growth for children and staff alike.