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Child Care Substitute Teacher (PT)

Bright Horizons

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#Child Care#Daycare#Child Development#Early Childhood Education#Substitute Teacher#Curriculum#Preschool#CDA#Educational Support
#Classroom Safety
Part TimeOn SiteRemote friendly0-2 yrs$20 - $22 / HOURPosted 17 days ago

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey

Salary

$20 - $22 / HOUR

Quick overview

Assist with hands-on activities to meet children's needs and maintain open communication with parents regarding milestones. Ensure a safe, clean classroom environment while following essential procedures and guidelines.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and pass required background checks. Experience in child care and a degree or certification in early education are preferred.

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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 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 CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred Join us to create a safe, nurturing environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create engaging curriculum that shapes future learners and leaders. Discover where your passion and a career at Bright Horizons can lead you – all in an inclusive workplace where you can be you. Apply today and explore the possibilities! 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. 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.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $20.00-22.00 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

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Life insurance Long-term and short-term disability insurance Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program Deadline to Apply: Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis. 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, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us. HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION? Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866 Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English and EEO – Spanish along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Compensation

  • $20.00-21.40/hr
  • Life at
  • Bright
  • Horizons: 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 bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. 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.

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Career development opportunities
  • Free college degrees through Horizons CDA & Degree Program

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More than 1,000 top employers trust Bright Horizons® (NYSE: BFAM) for proven solutions that support employees, advance careers, and maximize performance. From on-site child care that amplify your culture, back-up care to handle disruptions, and education programs that build...

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IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
HQNewton, Massachusetts
Founded1986

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Market context

Part-time child care substitute demand in New Jersey

In New Jersey, part-time child care substitute roles are often needed to cover staff absences and maintain classroom continuity in early learning settings. Competition can be strong because employers usually prefer candidates with child care experience and early education credentials, while also requiring a high school diploma or GED, age 18+, and background checks. If you are considering applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here against the original posting to save research time, and be ready to highlight any substitute, classroom support, or early childhood experience.

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