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Assistant Child Care Teacher

Bright Horizons · Pewaukee, WI · $14.10–$17.50 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 21, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

What do you enjoy about working with young children, and which ages have you worked with?

What they are checking: Genuine interest in children and honest description of their experience level.

Tell me about a time you worked closely with a teammate to get through a hard day.

What they are checking: Teamwork and support for the lead teacher in a busy classroom.

Would you be interested in earning a CDA or degree in early childhood education?

What they are checking: Interest in long-term growth in the field, which the posting supports with free education.

Tell me about a time you stayed patient when things got chaotic.

What they are checking: Emotional steadiness, which children rely on from the adults around them.

What would you do

How would you help a new child adjust during their first week?

What they are checking: Empathy and practical strategies for easing separation for children and parents.

A parent asks you a question you cannot answer. What do you do?

What they are checking: Honesty and knowing when to bring in the lead teacher or director.

How would you include all children in an activity when some are much younger or more advanced?

What they are checking: Adapting activities so each child can join in at their own level.

About the work

How do you keep children safe during outdoor play?

What they are checking: Active supervision habits, including positioning and counting children.

How do you redirect a child who is not following directions?

What they are checking: Positive guidance techniques that keep children respected and the class running smoothly.

What health and hygiene routines do you follow in a classroom?

What they are checking: Following procedures that reduce illness and meet licensing standards.

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The full job description

As published by Bright Horizons.

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 Assistant Teacher . Full-time and part-time positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Responsibilities: • Assist with 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 Qualifications: Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements: • 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required • 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred • CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference . Physical Requirements: This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee. • Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 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 full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions . Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations. This position requires in-person work in the Pewaukee, WI area. Compensation: The hourly rate is $14.10-$17.50. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors Benefits: Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: • 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 our Horizons CDA & Degree Program • Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family • Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness Compensation: $14.10 - $17.50 / hr Life at Bright Horizons: At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference . Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others. 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 ). If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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