Kindergarten Prep Teacher

Kindergarten Prep Teacher

Wayland, Massachusetts, United States of America, 01778

Teachers & Center Support

Job Type: Full time

Bright Horizons offers early education teachers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while receiving support for pursuing a CDA or college degree at no cost.

• Guide a teaching team to create plans, set goals, and lead hands‑on activities to meet the needs and interests of 4‑ and 5‑year‑old children in your classroom.
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child’s daily milestones.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines.

• Minimum 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• College‑level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or a related field is preferred.
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required.

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more 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 $22.75 to $27.80 per hour, based on experience, education, certification, geography, and other factors.

• 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 the Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family.

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).