Pre-K Counts Teacher

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to nurturing young minds as a Child Care Teacher. In this rewarding role, you will create engaging activities tailored to children's interests, communicate with parents to share important milestones, and maintain a safe, clean classroom. With flexible scheduling and opportunities for career development, including free college degrees, this position offers a supportive environment where you can thrive. Enjoy competitive compensation and a collaborative workplace that values diversity and inclusion. Build a brighter future with us!

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Referral bonus

Free college degrees through Horizons Teacher Degree Program

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED required.
• BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Child Care Experience

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BA in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Imagine your future as a teacher with a world-class team where you make a difference for children every day. Imagine learning from experts in your field, and having the opportunity to earn your college degree - for free. Imagine it all as a Bright Horizons Teacher.

This PreK Counts Teacher position is available at Bright Horizons at Sound Start, located at 2970 Market Street, in Philadelphia, PA. A $2,000 hiring incentive is offered for this position and will be paid out after 100 days of employment!

A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

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  Flexible scheduling

  
  


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  Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  
  


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  401(k) plan

  
  


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  Paid time off

  
  


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  Referral bonus

  
  


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  Career development and FREE college degrees through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program

  
  

*Benefits vary based on full-time/part-time status

As a Child Care Teacher, you will:

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  Create and lead activities based on your observations of the children's interests and needs.

  
  


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  Communicate daily with parents. Document and share the important milestones in their child's day.

  
  


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  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:

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  At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required

  
  


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  BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field required

  
  


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  At least 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool or PreK Counts preferred; experience with special education is strongly preferred.

  
  

Explore your passion for early learning; pursue your purpose as a teacher, and enjoy the possibilities of all the places a Bright Horizons career can take you - in a workplace dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion; where you can be you. Come build a brighter future at one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For." Apply today!

Compensation Range: $17.50 - $21.35 / hr

The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're as committed to our own employees as we are to the children and families we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you'll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending), education assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and so much more. Come build a brighter future with us.