Child Care Teacher - North Chicago

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

• 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.
• Related college‑level early education coursework or CDA.
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings (preferred).
• CDA, Associate’s, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field (preferred).
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children.
• Must meet state requirements to be Teacher Qualified in the State of IL, which may include 60–90 semester/quarter credits from an accredited college, child development experience, or completion of an approved credential program.

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing between 10 and 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight greater than 40 pounds.
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise 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.

The hourly rate for this position is between $18.50 and $22.60 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, and training.

• 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 and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
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This position requires in‑person work in the North Chicago, IL area.

Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

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. Because 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 all federal and state laws governing equal opportunity, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

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.