Child Care Assistant Teacher

Bright Horizons UK

. Assist with hands-on activities meeting children’s needs and interests .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeNorth Wales • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $16 - $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in early childhood education, providing care and curriculum delivery in compliance with safety and health regulations. Capable of maintaining effective communication with parents and ensuring a safe learning environment for children.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Early Childhood EducationChild Care ExperienceCDA CertificationHealth And Safety ComplianceCurriculum Delivery

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DeliveryChild CareClassroom ManagementEmergency ResponsePhysical Activity Participation

Soft Skills

CommunicationSupervisionAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

CDA CertificationHigh School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

PreschoolDaycareInfant CareToddler CareChild Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with hands-on activities meeting children’s needs and interests
Maintain open communication with parents and share children’s daily milestones
Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services in an early education/preschool child care center
Work in person at a Bright Horizons child care center in compliance with company policies, procedures, applicable laws, and safety requirements
Work with Infant and Toddler age groups
Follow a rotating weekly full-time schedule supporting center coverage
Work within center operating hours of 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be 18 years of age
High school diploma or GED required
Must pass required state and company background checks
Must meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements
2 years of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings preferred
CDA, associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field preferred
Must comply with applicable immunization, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training requirements
Ability to frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or hold more than 40 pounds
Full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and participate in activities
Ability to respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
Maintain mental and physical alertness and appropriate energy level

Benefits

Comp & perks

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