Child Care Teacher

Description:

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is seeking passionate and dedicated Child Care Teachers to join their team in Evanston, IL. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your teaching career in an inspiring and supportive environment where you will make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day. Teachers at Bright Horizons benefit from professional development opportunities, including the ability to pursue a CDA or a college degree at no cost.

The Evanston center features exceptional facilities including a rooftop playground, art studio, STEM lab, indoor movement areas, and a Smart Board, providing rich learning experiences for children. Teachers will work with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children, creating engaging hands-on activities that foster social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver interactive, developmentally appropriate activities tailored to children’s needs and interests

• Maintain strong communication with parents, sharing daily updates and milestones

• Ensure a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment by following established safety and hygiene protocols

• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement an engaging curriculum that supports holistic child development

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED

• One year of relevant teaching experience preferred

• Strong understanding of child development principles (DAP)

• Must meet one of the following Illinois Teacher Qualification criteria:

  • 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of accredited college coursework with 6 semester hours in child care/development

  • 1 year (1560 hours) of experience in child development with 30 semester hours of college coursework including 6 semester hours in child care/development

  • Completion of CDA credential or other state-approved programs

Physical Requirements:
Employees must comply with all federal, state, local, and organizational health, safety, and immunization requirements. The role involves in-person work at the early education center, including supervision, care, and delivery of curriculum.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly rate: $19.75 – $24.10 (monthly approx. $3417 – $4167)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Free CDA & college degree programs through the Horizons Program

• Career development opportunities

• Employee referral bonuses