Child Care Teacher, Pre-K

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 college degree at no cost. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Kindergarten Prep Teacher . Bright Horizons at West Cary is now hiring a full time Kindergarten-Prep Teacher Responsibilities Guide a teaching team to create plans, goals, and lead hands‑on activities to meet the needs and interests of the 4- and 5-year-old children in your classroom 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 is required 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for 4- and 5-year-old children is required Join us to create a safe, nurturing environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create engaging curriculum that shapes future learners and leaders. 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. The employee will work in person in an early education/preschool child‑care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies and procedures, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care. Compensation Hourly rate: $19.00 – $23.20 per hour, depending on experience, education, and other factors. Actual compensation offers may vary within this range. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Life insurance Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr Bright Horizons