Child Care Assistant Teacher, Part Time

About the role

Join Bright Horizons as a part-time Assistant Teacher at Little Wheelz in Estero, Florida. Work with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers while making a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day. Learn from early education experts and pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations

Requirements

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED (required)
• 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)
• Pass required state and company background checks, including Florida Care Provider Clearinghouse Background Screening (link)
• Complete DCF state training hours as required by regulations (dependent on experience)

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight over 40 pounds
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and fully participate in activities
• Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training

For the full set of physical requirements, review the job description.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is between $15.05 and $18.70 per hour, depending on experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program
• Health and wellness benefits (subject to eligibility requirements)

Learn more about benefits at Life at Bright Horizons.