Child Care Teacher-Wauwatosa

Child Care Teacher – Wauwatosa – Bright Horizons

Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost.

Full-time positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Must be able to work Monday‑Friday, 9 AM–6 PM.

• Create 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.

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child‑care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• Must meet State of Wisconsin teacher qualifications: 3 State classes (EC 1 / EC 2 / Infant‑Toddler).
• OR AA or BA Degree in Early Childhood Education or have a CDA.
• CDA, associate, or bachelor's degree in early education or related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required.

This position requires the employee to comply 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 per Bright Horizons' policies, procedures, and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that ensures the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.

The full set of physical requirements can be reviewed at

The hourly rate for this position is between $17.75–$21.70. This range is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as experience, education, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors. This position is also eligible for a hiring bonus.

• 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. Whether you're nurturing a child's first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We're a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. When you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.

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.