Child Care Teacher - Free College Degree Program (08078)

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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 Assistant Teacher

Full-time and part-time positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in Philadelphia!

Must present a valid Real ID in order to comply with client and building security requirements.

This center is located inside a Federal building.

Responsibilities: 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

Qualifications: 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

2 years (2500 hours) of experience with children required

OR 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children 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 accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.

This position requires in-person work in the Philadelphia, PA area.

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is between $16.05 - $19.95 an 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

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Compensation: $16.05 - $19.95 / hr

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

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