Substitute Teacher - Woodbury, MN

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free college degrees

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC. seeks a dedicated Substitute Teacher to join our on-call team and make a meaningful impact in diverse classrooms around Woodbury, MN. You will support teachers, engage children in hands-on activities, and adapt to various age groups as coverage is needed.

Applicants should be at least 18 with a HS diploma or GED, with preferred experience in child care. We offer flexible hours and opportunities for growth within our Horizons CDA & Degree Program.

Qualifications

• Background checks required by state and company.
• 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year experience in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred.
• Minnesota Administrative Rules may require CDA or higher education depending on role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet children's needs and interests.
• Maintain open communication with parents about daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe, clean classroom by following guidelines.
• Provide coverage across centers and age groups as needed.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Observation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minnesota state requirements: CDA or degree

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

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
• Early childhood coursework, CDA, or degree required as per state of Minnesota Administrative Rules for teacher qualifications https://www.revisor.mn.gov/rules/9503.0032/

Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed.

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

The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions.

Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations. This position requires in‑person work in the Woodbury, MN area.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $15.56-$19.45 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 Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness

Life at Bright Horizons

Compensation: $15.56-$19.45

At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.

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. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

You’re the difference Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. Whether you're supporting children, families, or our client partners, your work matters — and so do you. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.