Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons UK

. Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of children .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeFort Collins • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $20 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) for children, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment while maintaining compliance with state regulations and organizational policies. Capable of effectively communicating with parents and providing quality care and supervision in early childhood education settings.

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Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)Early Childhood EducationRegistered with Colorado Shines/PDIS Level 21 Year of Professional Experience in Child CareCompliance with Health and Safety Regulations

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DeliveryChild SupervisionClassroom Safety ProceduresLifting and Carrying ChildrenEmergency Response

Soft Skills

Open CommunicationMental and Physical AlertnessEnergy Level for Activities

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDCDA (Child Development Associate)

Industry Keywords

Child CareDaycarePreschoolBright Horizons PoliciesImmunization Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of children
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 compliance with Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures, guidance, and applicable laws and regulations
Ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons’ care and the employee
Work with infants or preschool children on the 8:30am–5:30pm shift

Requirements

What you’ll need

18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks
Candidates must meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required
Registered with Colorado Shines/PDIS Level 2
College-level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred
1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
Ability to 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 and occasionally 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
Mental and physical alertness and appropriate energy level to perform essential job requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

$750 hiring incentive to be paid after 100 days of employment
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
Free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program
Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family