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Early Childhood Educator

2 months ago


Downers Grove, Illinois, United States Bright Horizons Children's Centers Full time

Envision your career as an educator within a premier organization where you positively impact the lives of children each day. Picture yourself learning from seasoned professionals in your field while having the chance to pursue your college education at no cost. This is the reality for a Bright Horizons Early Childhood Educator.

We currently have openings for both full-time and part-time positions working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.

Benefits of Joining Bright Horizons:

  • Conveniently located centers
  • Competitive Compensation: $22.60 per hour
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off
  • Referral bonuses
  • Opportunities for professional growth and complimentary college degrees through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program

*Benefits may vary based on employment status.

As an Early Childhood Educator, your responsibilities will include:

  • Designing and facilitating activities tailored to the interests and developmental needs of the children.
  • Engaging in daily communication with parents, documenting and sharing significant milestones in their child's day.
  • Maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment by adhering to established procedures and guidelines.
Qualifications:

Applicants must successfully complete necessary state and company background checks and fulfill the minimum educational and experiential requirements:

  • Must meet state criteria to be Teacher Qualified in the State of IL:
  • 1) 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of coursework from an accredited institution, including six semester hours or nine quarter hours in subjects directly related to child care and/or development from birth to age 6,
  • OR
  • 1 year (1560 clock hours) of experience in child development within a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed daycare facility, along with 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of coursework from an accredited institution, including six semester hours or nine quarter hours in subjects related to child care and/or child development from birth to age 6,
  • OR
  • Completion of credential programs sanctioned by the Department in accordance with Appendix G, commonly referred to as CDA.

Explore your passion for early childhood education; pursue your purpose as an educator, and discover the numerous opportunities a career with Bright Horizons can offer - in a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where you can truly be yourself. Join us in creating a brighter future.

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our employees are the foundation of our organization. We are dedicated to supporting our team members just as much as we are committed to the children and families we serve. Our collaborative work environments are designed to foster career growth and enhance personal lives. Here, you will find traditional benefits (health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and flexible spending), educational assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and much more. Together, let’s build a brighter future.