Toddler Teacher: Nurture Growth & Shape Young Minds

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability

Career development opportunities and 4

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Bright Horizons Children's Centers in Foster City, CA is hiring a full-time Early Childhood Toddler Teacher to create hands-on activities, communicate with families, and maintain a safe classroom. The role offers a $2000 hiring incentive and opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

Applicants must meet state and company education requirements and pass background checks. The position emphasizes developmentally appropriate practice and transcripts at hire.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor's degree in early education or related field is preferred
• 12 Child Development units completed required: Child Development, Child, Family, and Community, Introduction to Curriculum, and Principles and Practices. If applying for an Infant or Toddler position, Infant and Toddler Development class is required as one of the curriculum courses
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required
• Transcripts will be required at time of hire
• AA/BA in Early Childhood Education preferred

Responsibilities

• Create 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

DAP knowledge

Background checks

Child safety awareness

Communication with parents

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA/Associate/Bachelor in Early Education

12 Child Development units

Infant/Toddler Development coursework

AA/BA in Early Childhood Education preferred

Job description

Bright Horizons Children's Centers in Foster City, CA is hiring a full-time Early Childhood Toddler Teacher to create hands-on activities, communicate with families, and maintain a safe classroom. The role offers a $2000 hiring incentive and opportunities to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

Applicants must meet state and company education requirements and pass background checks. The position emphasizes developmentally appropriate practice and transcripts at hire.