Part-Time Early Education Assistant: Grow, Learn & Impact

Bright Horizons; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental bonding leave

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Free college degrees program

Caregiving support

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring a part-time Assistant Teacher in Des Moines, IA, offering opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost and in-person work in an early education center. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, parent communication, and maintaining a safe classroom, with a supportive team environment.

Candidates must meet state and company requirements; the program provides job growth, training, and community impact, with a focus on changing lives through education and care.

Qualifications

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings preferred.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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

Communication with parents

Assist with activities

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA/Associate/Bachelor in early education

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring a part-time Assistant Teacher in Des Moines, IA, offering opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost and in-person work in an early education center. The role emphasizes hands-on activities, parent communication, and maintaining a safe classroom, with a supportive team environment.

Candidates must meet state and company requirements; the program provides job growth, training, and community impact, with a focus on changing lives through education and care.