Bright Horizons Family Solutions·New York
The teacher will assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs of children and maintain open communication with parents regarding daily milestones. Additionally, they are responsible for ensuring a safe and clean classroom environment by following established procedures.
Join our team at Kent Ave in Brooklyn NY and earn up to $1,500 Hiring Incentive*! *Must meet eligibility requirements.
Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day.
Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.
Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Assistant Teacher.
Full-time positions are available with 2's/young preschoolers.
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
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements: At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education and a study plan leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education is required Associates or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education is strongly preferred New York State Teaching (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education) or study plan eligible is preferred At least two years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. 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. Physical Requirements: This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. 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. 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 accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations. This position requires in-person work in the Brooklyn NY area.
The hourly rate for this position is between $23.00-28.10 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.
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave 401(k) retirement plan Long-term and short-term disability insurance Life insurance Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness Deadline to Apply: Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and possess 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education. A study plan leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education is required, along with the ability to pass state and company background checks.
Market context
In Brooklyn, child care teacher openings are often competitive because candidates need a high school diploma or GED, 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education, and a study plan toward an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. Benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, and sick leave can make these roles more attractive, while the listed pay range of USD 23–28.1 per hour reflects the market for qualified applicants. Review the background check requirements early, and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save research time.
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