Child Care Teacher

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 . Technology Children's Center at Lincoln Laboratories, onsite childcare for MIT managed by Bright Horizons is now hiring Full-time positions with toddlers and preschoolers. This center is conveniently located in Lexington, MA. 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 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 required Related college‑level early education coursework or CDA 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 children is required 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 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. Compensation The hourly rate for this position is between $22.75 and $27.80 per hour, depending on experience, education and training, certifications, geography and other relevant factors. This position is also eligible for a hiring incentive of $1,000, payable after 100 days of employment; incentive expires June 30, 2026. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave Paid State and Federal holidays Paid Winter Break (dates TBD) 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 Learn more at EEO Statement 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). 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 Children's Centers