GA PreK Associate Teacher- Smyrna GA

Position Overview

Bright Horizons is hiring a GA PreK Associate Teacher at our Little Apron Academy near Smyrna, GA. The role is full‑time, with working hours from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. This position offers the opportunity to grow your teaching career with early‑education experts, and to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost while contributing to a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day.

• 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.

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in a GA PreK Program is preferred.
• One year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• Associate, bachelor’s degree, or CDA in early education or a related field is preferred.
• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet minimum education and experience requirements.

This position requires compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. The employee will work in person in an early‑education/preschool child‑care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services in accordance with Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures, and guidance, while ensuring the safety of children in our care.

The full set of physical requirements can be reviewed at

The hourly rate for this position is between $16.85 and $20.95 per hour. Actual compensation offers will depend on experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant factors.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance.
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program.

At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title—you’re the difference. Our community celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. When you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve.

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources:
Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855‑877‑6866 or  Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis.