Substitute Teacher

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 23,212 - 28,860; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Access to health and wellness resources

Job summary

Bright Horizons Children's Centers is seeking a Substitute Teacher in Arlington, VA to nurture and manage young learners in vibrant classrooms. This role offers the opportunity to work flexibly across various centers and age groups.

As a Substitute Teacher, you will assist with activities, communicate with parents about milestones, and ensure a safe classroom environment while adhering to Bright Horizons guidelines and state regulations.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience preferred in a child care environment.
• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs of the children.
• Maintain communication with parents regarding child's progress.
• Ensure classroom safety by following essential procedures.

Skills

Experience in child care

Communication skills

Ability to lift children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in early education

Job description

Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons as a Substitute Teacher, where you'll join an inspiring team dedicated to nurturing young learners. Make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day in our vibrant classrooms. As an on‑call Substitute, you'll enjoy flexibility and may have the opportunity to work in different centers and with various age groups.

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
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations

If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor's degree in early education or related field is preferred
• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities
• Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements

Location

Arlington, VA area.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $16.85 and $20.95 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
• Access to health and wellness resources (learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness)

Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy‑related limitations.

EEO Statement

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.