Location
Cary, North Carolina
Salary
$19 - $22/hr
The teacher is responsible for creating hands-on activities and maintaining open communication with parents regarding child milestones. They must ensure a safe, clean classroom environment and provide teaching coverage across various age groups as needed.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and college-level coursework or a degree in early childhood education. Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) is required, and one year of professional childcare experience is highly preferred.
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. Bright Horizons Clubhouse at West Cary is now hiring full-time Teachers working with Infants, Toddlers or Preschool.
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
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, EDU-119, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is required 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is highly 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.
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 West Cary, NC area.
The hourly rate for this position is between $19.00 and $22.30 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.
Market context
In North Carolina, classroom teacher roles tied to autism support often reflect steady demand in schools and related programs, especially for candidates who can work consistently with children and follow structured support plans. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, transportation, a valid driver’s license, and readiness to complete paid RBT training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the schedule, setting, and training expectations before applying.
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