Child Care Teacher – Peoria
Nichols College, Dudley, MA, United States
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 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:
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.
Related college‑level early education coursework or CDA 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 children is required.
Teacher Qualification Requirements 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.
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 childcare and/or child development from birth to age 6.
Completion of credential programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G, otherwise known as CDA.
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. You must plan to 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 applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner ensuring the safety of children and the employee. Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift or carry weights exceeding 40 pounds. Demonstrate a 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.
Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is between $17.50 and $21.35 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications, geography, and other relevant factors.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave.
Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Money‑saving discounts and financial planning tools.
Career development opportunities and free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family.
Bright Horizons is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do 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.
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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 Teacher .
Full‑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:
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.
Related college‑level early education coursework or CDA 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 children is required.
Teacher Qualification Requirements 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.
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 childcare and/or child development from birth to age 6.
Completion of credential programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G, otherwise known as CDA.
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. You must plan to 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 applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner ensuring the safety of children and the employee. Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift or carry weights exceeding 40 pounds. Demonstrate a 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.
Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is between $17.50 and $21.35 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications, geography, and other relevant factors.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave.
Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Money‑saving discounts and financial planning tools.
Career development opportunities and free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family.
Bright Horizons is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do 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.
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