Child Care Teacher - Clayton MO

Overview

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 for infants and toddlers, 9:00 am–6:00 pm.

• Create hands‑on activities to meet children’s needs and interests.
• Communicate daily milestones with parents.
• Keep classroom safe, clean, and compliant with procedures.

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet the minimum education and experience requirements:

• 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: 1 year of professional teaching experience in child‑care settings.
• Preferred: CDA, associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field.
• Required:
  
  Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP).

Comply with applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment screening, and health and safety training. Work in person in an early education/preschool child‑care center to supervise, care for children, deliver curriculum, and provide services per Bright Horizons policies and procedures.

Hourly rate $17.00–$20.75 per hour. $1,000 hiring incentive paid after 100 days of employment.

• 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 Horizons CDA & Degree Program.

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 applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.