Child Care Teacher - Evanston-$1000 hiring incentive

Company: Bright Horizons Children's Centers
Location: Wilmette
Posted on: November 14, 2024

Job Description:

Daycare Teacher

$1000 hiring incentive (paid out after 60 days of employment)!
Imagine your future as a daycare teacher with a world-class team where you make a difference for children every day. Imagine learning from experts in your field, and having the opportunity to earn your college degree - for free. Imagine it all as a Bright Horizons Daycare Teacher.

Come be a part of an experience that will prepare you for a career with unlimited opportunities. Join us at our magnificent client sponsored center that is conveniently nestled in downtown Evanston. With a beautiful rooftop playground, captivating enrichment areas such as the beautiful Art Studio, intriguing Stem Lab, large indoor Movement Matters areas and a Smart Board, ?the activities are endless. With a warm welcoming atmosphere, there is no better place to be. Enjoy a quiet walk on your break to the Evanston beach, visit one of the many restaurants and shops conveniently located a couple of blocks away or spend time in our several staff lounge areas. With our new free Degree program your opportunities to grow will be an additional bonus. Connect with us today and virtually tour our center to see what the future holds for you!?

Full-time and part-time child care positions now available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

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  Flexible scheduling
  
  
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  Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
  
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  401(k) plan
  
  
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  Paid time off
  
  
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  Referral bonus
  
  
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  Career development and FREE college degrees through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program
  
  
  
  *Benefits vary based on full-time/part-time status
  
  As a Child Care Teacher, you will:
  
  
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    Create and lead activities based on your observations of the children's interests and needs.
    
    
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    Communicate daily with parents. Document and share the important milestones in their child's day.
    
    
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    Keep the classroom safe and clean by following important procedures and guidelines.
    
    
    
    Requirements:
    
    Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
    
    
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      At least 19 years of age.
      
      
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      Must meet state requirements to be Teacher Qualified in the State of IL:
      
      1) 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester hours or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or development from birth to age 6
      
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      2) 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten or licensed day care center AND 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester or 9 quarter hours in courses related directly to childcare and/or child development from birth to age 6
      
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      3) Completion of credential programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G, otherwise known as CDA.
      
      
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      At least six months of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool preferred
      
      
      
      
      
      Explore your passion for early learning; pursue your purpose as a child care teacher, and enjoy the possibilities of all the places a Bright Horizons career can take you - in a workplace dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion; where you can be you. Come build a brighter future at one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For." Apply today!
      
      
      
      
      Compensation Range: $19.75-$24.10
      
      The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
      
      
      
      Life at Bright Horizons:
      
      
      
      Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're as committed to our own employees as we are to the children and families we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you'll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending), education assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and so much more. Come build a brighter future with us.

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