Child Care Teacher

Child Care Teacher

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. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Teacher
.

Bright Horizons at JM Family is hiring in Deerfield, FL. Full‑time and part‑time positions available, with infants, toddlers, twos, and floating between age groups.

Work hours:

9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Competitive pay: $16.50–$22.30 per hour, based on education and experience.

Preferred qualifications:

DCF
45hrs/exams completed (contingent upon state residency or time in field), CDA.

• 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.

• At least 18 years old with a high‑school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child‑care, daycare, or preschool settings (preferred).
• CDA, associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field (preferred).
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children.
• Must pass required state and company background checks.

Compliance with federal, state, local, Bright Horizons, and client site requirements for immunizations, health, safety training, and physical screening. The role requires in‑person supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services per Bright Horizons policies.

Full set of physical requirements can be reviewed at

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $16.50 to $22.30 per hour.

Benefits include:

• 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 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).

Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis. Apply today and explore the possibilities!