Early Childhood Teacher

Bright Horizons UK

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

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $23 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in early childhood education, including developmentally appropriate practices and curriculum delivery. Ensures safety and compliance with regulations while providing nurturing care and supervision for children in a preschool setting.

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Early Childhood EducationDevelopmentally Appropriate PracticeChild Care ExperienceCurriculum DeliverySafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

High School DiplomaGEDCDAAssociate Degree in Early EducationBachelor's Degree in Early EducationTeaching ExperienceLifting and Carrying ChildrenEmergency ResponseHealth and Safety TrainingClassroom Management

Soft Skills

Communication with ParentsMental AlertnessPhysical AlertnessEnergy Level MaintenanceAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Child Care CenterPreschoolInfantsToddlersTwosPre-KBright Horizons PoliciesState RegulationsBackground ChecksImmunization Requirements

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 and care for children in an early education/preschool child care center
Deliver curriculum and services according to Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures, and guidance
Comply with applicable laws and regulations
Ensure the safety of children and employees in Bright Horizons care
Work with infants, toddlers, twos, preschool, and pre-K age groups
Work one of the available shifts: 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be 18 years of age
High school diploma or GED is required
College-level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is required
1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required
Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required
Must pass required state and company background checks
Must meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements
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 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
Ability to 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
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 pregnancy-related limitations