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Child Care Center Teacher

Bright Horizons

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#Child Care#Daycare#Early Childhood Education#Preschool#Infant Care#CDA#Developmentally Appropriate Practice#Curriculum Delivery#Toddler Care
#Bedford MA
Full TimeOn SiteRemote friendly0-2 yrs$23 - $28 / HOURPosted 3 days ago

Location

Bedford, Massachusetts

Salary

$23 - $28 / HOUR

Quick overview

Create hands-on activities to meet children's needs and maintain open communication with parents regarding milestones. Ensure a safe, clean classroom environment and provide teaching coverage across various age groups as needed.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma or GED, 18 years of age, and related college-level early education coursework or a CDA. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) and passing background checks are mandatory.

high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateChild SupervisionClassroom ManagementCurriculum DeliveryActivity PlanningParent CommunicationEarly Childhood EducationHealth and Safety ComplianceDevelopmentally Appropriate Practice

Job description

  • 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 Teacher.
  • This position is eligible for hiring incentive of $1,000 after 100 days of employment.
  • Valid through September 30, 2026 Full-time and part-time positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

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 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 Related college-level early education course work or CDA is required 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required 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 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 Bedford, MA area.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Sick Leave
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Career Development Opportunities
  • Holiday Leave
  • Parental Bonding Leave
  • Money-saving Discounts
  • Financial Planning Tools
  • Free College Degrees
  • Caregiving Support and Resources

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Bright Horizons

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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Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $22.75 to $27.80 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 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 Employee Referral Program Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis. #DS Compensation: $22.75 - $27.80 / hour 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.

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