Child Care Teacher - Mount Prospect

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 and part-time positions are available with infants and toddlers. 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. Qualifications 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED. College‑level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or a 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. Must meet state requirements to be Teacher Qualified in the State of IL: 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester hours or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or development from birth to age 6. or 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten or licensed day care center AND 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester or 9 quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development from birth to age 6. or completion of credential programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G, otherwise known as CDA. Physical Requirements 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. Location This position requires in‑person work in the Mount Prospect, IL area. Compensation Hourly rate: $18.50 - $22.60 per hour. Actual compensation will depend on experience, education, and other factors. Benefits 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. Employee Referral Bonus Program. Equal Opportunity Employer Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate 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. Accommodations 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.