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Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons Family Solutions

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#Child Care#Daycare#Early Childhood Education#Preschool#Infant Care#CDA#Developmentally Appropriate Practice#Curriculum Delivery#Classroom Safety
#Toddler Care
#DAP
#Preschool Education
Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$20 - $25 / HOURPosted 1 day ago

Location

Aurora, Colorado

Salary

$20 - $25 / HOUR

Quick overview

The teacher is responsible for creating hands-on activities and maintaining open communication with parents regarding child milestones. They must also ensure a safe, clean classroom environment and provide teaching coverage across various age groups as needed.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and pass required background checks. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) is required, while a CDA, degree in early education, or professional experience is preferred.

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. Full-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 College-level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings 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 https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical insurance
  • Sick leave
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Career development opportunities
  • Holiday leave
  • Parental bonding leave
  • Money-saving discounts
  • Financial planning tools
  • Caregiving support and resources
  • Free college degrees through Horizons CDA & Degree Program

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Bright Horizons Family Solutions

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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This position requires in-person work in Aurora, CO.

Compensation

The hourly for this position is between $20.25-$24.75 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

Deadline to Apply

Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

Compensation

  • $20.25-$24.75
  • 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.

Market context

Colorado child care roles stay locally competitive

Colorado child care teacher openings are often shaped by steady demand from centers serving infants through preschoolers, especially where staffing and licensing needs are ongoing. This role is competitive because employers typically look for age-appropriate classroom knowledge plus credentials like a CDA, an early education degree, or teaching experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the exact classroom age group and preferred credential before applying.

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