Bright Horizons
Location
Santa Monica, California
Salary
$23 - $29 / HOUR
Create hands-on activities to meet children's needs and maintain open communication with parents regarding milestones. Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment by following essential procedures and guidelines.
Requires a high school diploma, 12 semester units in Child Development, and a background check. Professional experience in child care is preferred, and specific units in Infant and Toddler Development are required for those roles.
The hourly rate for this position is between $23.45 – $28.60 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 #JB Compensation: $23.45 - $28.60 / 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.
Market context
California child care roles are typically in steady demand, especially in larger metro areas like Santa Monica where centers compete for qualified teachers. This role is competitive because it requires a high school diploma or GED, 12 semester units in Child Development, and a passing background check, with infant and toddler units needed for those classrooms; the platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. If you meet the education criteria, confirm your transcript units before applying and highlight any prior child care experience.
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Salary benchmark
$41,164 avg / yr
Typical range: $400–$54,080 based on 300 active listings in California