The Brightest Team in Early Childhood

🌟 Shine Bright with Bright Beginnings

At Bright Beginnings, we believe early childhood educators are some of the brightest stars in the universe. Our teachers don’t just supervise children—they spark imagination, ignite curiosity, and help young minds take off.

We're looking for stellar humans—the kind who light up when they talk about child development. People who get excited about sensory bins, happily sing The Wheels on the Bus 20 times a week, and celebrate potty training like it’s an Olympic sport. If that sounds like you, you're our kind of star.

Our team is made up of rising stars and veteran constellations alike. Many of our teachers have been with us for over a decade, and we’re proud of our multigenerational crew—including sisters, cousins, and even a few grandmother–grandchild duos. Each location has its own close-knit orbit, and every voice shines.

We believe in helping you grow, not just glow. That’s why we invest in your future—covering the cost of your CDA credential, offering mentorship, and supporting you on your path to leadership. From assistant teacher to director, there’s space to rise here.

And if you love the outdoors, even better! As an Outdoor Classroom Project©–certified preschool, we believe there’s no such thing as bad weather—just bad jackets. Whether it’s reading under a tree or building STEM skills in the mud kitchen, our outdoor classrooms are where the magic happens.

✨ Come shine with us. We’d love to see your star power.

Our Teachers Are the Stars of Bright Beginnings

🌟

Our Teachers Are the Stars of Bright Beginnings 🌟

What We Offer

  • A supportive, positive work environment where you’re seen and appreciated

  • The opportunity to earn your CDA for free and have lots of opportunities to grow with clear career pathways and leadership opportunities

  • Mentorship from caring leadership who cheer on your growth

  • Lots of outdoor time (our oversized sandpits are legendary!)

  • Fun spirit days like International Dot Day, Mud Day, and more

  • Regular teacher appreciation celebrations that recognize the heart and hustle of our educators

  • Twice-a-year all-staff professional development days across the organization with National Speakers and Trainers

  • Spacious, creative classrooms designed for joyful learning

  • Flexibility to work in multiple age groups or across campuses

  • A chance to be part of something meaningful every single day

Our Core Values

We don’t just post them—we live them.

  • NURTURE: We care deeply for children and each other

  • PLAY: Learning should be joyful

  • TRUST: Built with families, children, and teammates

  • FAMILY: We show up for each other like family

  • COMMUNICATE: Open, honest conversations always

  • LEARN: Growth never stops—for kids or teachers

  • KINDNESS: In every interaction, big or small

Career Path Opportunities

Teacher Assistant

Assists lead teacher in all aspects of the classroom. Understands classroom operations and age group. Ability to lead groups autonomously with supervision. Eager to learn and happy to help.

Lead Teacher

Fully responsible for all aspects of the classroom including curriculum, parent communication, licensing compliance, health & safety, and wellness of students. Detail-oriented. Growth opportunities include new teacher mentor, curriculum development, field trips/guest speakers, social media. Excited and confident in the lead role.

Assistant Director

Supports director in daily operations. Responsible for staff schedules, building classroom inventory, compliance, staff and child paperwork.Mentors new teachers. Desires training for a leadership role and communicates effectively. Multi-tasker and able to flex to different needs. Areas of expertise may include social media, planning family events community outreach.

Program Director

Independent, confident, and able to take the initiative of school operations. Ensures program quality and manages mentor teachers. Excellent communication skills and time management. Competent in all areas of compliance, financial reporting, school policies, staff training, and hiring. Able to handle parent questions and concerns. Ability to convert tours to enrollment successfully. Leadership skills and ability to manage a team of 20+ staff.

Regional Director

10+ years of management experience. Thorough knowledge of company mission, vision, and core values. Excited by a challenge. Executes long-range business plan. Ensures high-quality and knowledgeable directors by consistent tracking of goals and progress. Excellent management and communication skills. Strong understanding of best practices: financial, HR, CRM, and communication platforms, ability to collaboratively solve issues within the school and the larger community. Enjoys building relationships with staff, families, and the community.