Bright Horizons·New York
The teacher will assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs of children and maintain open communication with parents regarding daily milestones. They are also responsible for ensuring a safe and clean classroom environment by following established procedures.
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.
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
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements: At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education and a study plan leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education is required Associates or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education is strongly preferred New York State Teaching (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education) or study plan eligible is Preferred At least two years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred 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 accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations. This position requires in-person work in the NYC, NY area.
The hourly rate for this position is between $23.00-28.10 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.
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Apply: Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education with a study plan. A minimum of two years of experience in child care or preschool is preferred, along with relevant state teaching certifications.
Market context
Child care teacher roles in New York City are often in steady demand because families and programs need staff who can support early learning, classroom routines, and compliance requirements. These positions are competitive when candidates bring early childhood coursework, prior child care or preschool experience, and readiness for background and physical screening. If you’re considering applying, confirm your 9 credits, degree study plan, and experience details before submitting. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.