Infant/Toddler Teacher- Peoria, IL

Child Care Infant/Toddler Teacher - Bright Horizons at Little Friends

1715 W Alta Ln Peoria, IL, 61615

Imagine your future as a 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 Teacher.

Full-time position now available with infants, and toddlers.

Compensation Range: $16.25/hr to $19.22/hr

A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Referral bonus

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:

Create and lead activities based on your observations of the children’s interests and needs.

Communicate daily with parents. Document and share the important milestones in their child’s day.

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:

1) At least 19 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required.
2) 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age six; OR
3) 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 child care and/or child development, from birth to age 6; OR 
4) Completion of credential programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G of this Part (CDA).

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.