Childcare Associate Teacher

Bright Horizons UK

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

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBloomfield • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $17 - $22 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in early childhood education, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations while providing nurturing care and curriculum delivery. Maintains effective communication with parents and responds adeptly to children's needs and emergencies.

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Early Childhood EducationChild Care ExperienceCDA CertificationSafety ComplianceCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DeliveryChild SupervisionEmergency ResponseHealth and Safety TrainingPhysical Activity Participation

Soft Skills

Open CommunicationMental AlertnessEnergy Level Management

Certifications & Qualifications

CDA CertificationHigh School Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

Child CareDaycarePreschoolMandated ReporterBright Horizons Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with 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 procedures and guidelines
Fulfill mandated reporter requirements, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect to the appropriate State agency and informing the director
Work in person at an early education/preschool child care center
Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services according to Bright Horizons policies, procedures, guidance, laws, and regulations
Ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee

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
1 year 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
Must frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally more than 40 pounds
Must demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and participate in activities
Must respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
Must maintain mental and physical alertness and appropriate energy level

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to $1,000 hiring incentive for full-time positions ($500 for part-time), paid 100 days after start date
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 children and adults in your family