Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
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 n…
Skills: Child care, Classroom management, Early childhood education, Communication, Safety procedures
Ashford, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Nursery – Bright Horizons Shortlands Day Nursery and Pre School Salary – £29,432 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Bromley Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is dri…
Skills: Early years education, Childcare, Interactive play, Activity planning, Communication skills
Georgetown, Kentucky, United States · On-site
$14/hr–$17/hr
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 n…
Skills: Child care, Early childhood education, Classroom management, Communication, Safety procedures
Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, United States · On-site
$13/hr–$17/hr
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 n…
Skills: Child care, Early childhood education, Classroom management, Communication, Safety procedures
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$21/hr
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 n…
Skills: Child care, Early childhood education, Classroom management, Developmentally appropriate practice, Curriculum delivery
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$28/hr
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 n…
Skills: Early childhood education, Infant care, Toddler care, Classroom management, Developmentally appropriate practice
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$101k–$123k/yr
Child Care Center Director Locations: Bright Horizons at Chelsea Bright Horizons at West 14th Join Bright Horizons as a Child Care Center Director, where your leadership will enhance program quality and shape operational…
Skills: Leadership, Staff Retention, Program Quality Evaluation, Enrollment Management, Marketing
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States · On-site
$13/hr–$21/hr
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 n…
Skills: Child care, Early childhood education, Classroom management, Communication, Safety procedures
Lexington, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$27/hr
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 n…
Skills: Early childhood education, Classroom management, Curriculum delivery, Child supervision, Developmentally appropriate practice
Evanston, Illinois, United States · On-site
$75k–$85k/yr
Join Bright Horizons as a Child Care Center Director, where your leadership helps create a high‑quality, thriving early childhood center that supports children, families, and educators alike. Grounded in our mission and …
Skills: Leadership, Early childhood education, Staff management, Enrollment management, Budget compliance
San Francisco, California, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$31/hr
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.…
Skills: Early childhood education, Classroom management, Curriculum planning, Child development, Communication
Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$24/hr
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 n…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Delivery, Classroom Management, Child Supervision, Developmentally Appropriate Practice
San Ramon, California, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$23/hr
As a Cook at Bright Horizons, you will plan and prepare nutritious, family‑style meals that support children’s health, growth, and learning. Each day, your care in the kitchen will create a warm, predictable routine for …
Skills: Meal Planning, Food Preparation, Food Safety, Allergy Management, Sanitation
Nashville, Tennessee, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$26/hr
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 n…
Skills: Curriculum Delivery, Child Supervision, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
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 n…
Skills: Curriculum Delivery, Child Supervision, Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Parent Communication, Classroom Management
Naperville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$59k–$64k/yr
Step into a leadership opportunity with Bright Horizons as a Child Care Assistant Director, where your work supports a strong, welcoming, and well-run early childhood center. Partnering closely with the Center Director, …
Skills: Leadership, Early Childhood Education, Compliance, Health Standards, Safety Protocols
Skokie, Illinois, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$24/hr
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 n…
Skills: Curriculum Delivery, Child Supervision, Parent Communication, Classroom Management, Developmentally Appropriate Practice
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Nursery – Bright Horizons New Eltham Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – From £14.41 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – New Eltham, London Are you looking to work for an organisation whose c…
Skills: EYFS Delivery, Child Development, Child Protection, Safeguarding, Communication Techniques
Wilmington, Delaware, United States · On-site
$73k–$75k/yr
Join Bright Horizons as a Child Care Center Director at our Nemours Child Development Center in Wilmington, DE where your leadership helps create a high‑quality, thriving early childhood center that supports children, fa…
Skills: Leadership, Staff management, Early childhood education, Enrollment management, Budget compliance
Orange, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$23/hr
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 n…
Skills: Early childhood education, Classroom management, Child development, Curriculum delivery, Safety procedures
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The Associate Teacher assists with hands-on activities to meet the needs of children and maintains open communication with parents regarding daily milestones. They are also responsible for ensuring a safe and clean classroom environment while providing coverage across different age groups as needed.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. While one year of experience in a child care setting is preferred, the role also values relevant certifications like a CDA or degrees in early education.
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 Assistant Teacher.
Full-time and part-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
Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations
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 is required
1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is 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.
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 accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
This position requires in-person work in the Arlington, VA area.
The hourly rate for this position is between $16.85 – $20.95 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.
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
Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness
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).
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 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Offices: 2 Wells Avenue, Newton, Massachusetts 02459, US · 2655 W Midway Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80020, US
High-quality education and child care around the world, trusted to fit the way people learn, live and work today
More than 1,000 top employers trust Bright Horizons® (NYSE: BFAM) for proven solutions that support employees, advance careers, and maximize performance. From on-site child care that amplify your culture, back-up care to handle disruptions, and education programs that build critical skills, our services help you achieve more. Find more at brighthorizons.com/at-work.
Offices: 2 Wells Avenue, Newton, Massachusetts 02459, US · 2655 W Midway Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80020, US
