What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Development Specialist position at Bright Horizons?
At Bright Horizons, we believe that every child deserves a high-quality early education and care experience. Our teachers play a critical role in providing this experience and making a meaningful impact on children's lives.
Job Description:
The Child Care Teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing engaging and educational activities for toddlers. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement curriculum-based activities that promote children's cognitive, social, and emotional development
- Maintain accurate records of children's progress and share information with parents
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistency and continuity in the delivery of high-quality care and education
Candidates must 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 professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
- ~Related college level coursework or CDA coursework is required
- ~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
This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
