Early Childhood Care Center Teacher

Bright Horizons UK

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

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeBoxborough • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $23 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) for children and the ability to create engaging hands-on activities while ensuring a safe and clean classroom environment. Capable of responding to emergencies and maintaining open communication with parents regarding children's milestones.

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Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)Child Care ExperienceEmergency ResponseClassroom ManagementCommunication with Parents

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Hard Skills

Hands-On Activity CreationCurriculum DeliveryChild SupervisionLifting and Carrying ChildrenHealth and Safety Training

Soft Skills

Open CommunicationMental and Physical AlertnessAdaptability to Unexpected Situations

Certifications & Qualifications

CDA (Child Development Associate)Background Check Compliance

Industry Keywords

Early Childhood EducationDaycarePreschoolChild Abuse ReportingHealth and Safety Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create hands-on activities meeting 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
Fulfill mandated reporter requirements, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect and informing the director
Provide teaching coverage in any classroom or age group across a center or nearby locations
Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services according to Bright Horizons policies, procedures, guidance, and applicable laws
Respond appropriately to emergencies and unexpected situations
Participate fully in activities involving lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing, and sitting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be 18 years of age
High school diploma or GED is required
Must pass required state and company background checks
Must meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required
Must comply with applicable immunization, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training requirements
Must be able to frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds
Must occasionally lift, carry, or hold 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 levels
College-level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or a related field is preferred
1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred

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
Free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program
Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
Reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations