Welcome to The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom

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Upcoming Events for Families

Open House

October 22 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Experience Bright Horizons for yourself. Can we count you in?

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Meet Our Teaching Team

Leah, Daycare Center Director, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Leah

I love Bright Horizons because: Bright Horizons allows children to grow and develop at their own pace and is a comfortable place where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.

In education since: 2009

Christina, Daycare Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Christina

I love teaching because: I have a passion for early childhood education. I love helping children discover new things and abilities.

Teaching since: 2007

Shameshia, Daycare Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Shameshia

I love teaching because: I enjoy seeing children develop and grow in all areas of life. I am fortunate to be able to be a part of their journey.

Teaching since: 2014

Gabrielle, Daycare Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Gabrielle

I love teaching because: I've always loved working with kids and being able to watch them grow and learn :)

Teaching since: 2021

kennisha, Daycare Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

kennisha

I love teaching because: I love to see how excited the children get when they learn something new.

Teaching since: 2011

Janiyah, Daycare Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Janiyah

I love teaching because: I am able to work with children each day teaching and exploring new ideas. It makes me happy that I can make a positive impact in children's lives.

Teaching since: 2021

Zai, Daycare Associate Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Zai

I love teaching because: It is a constant reminder to myself that I know things that not everyone knows.

Teaching since: 2018

Aigner, Daycare Associate Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Aigner

I love teaching because: It gives me perspective for the future generations. Their developing brains inspire me to learn more about the growing world.

Teaching since: 2022

Gennifer, Daycare Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Gennifer

I love teaching because: I enjoy watching children get excited when learning something new. I love teaching children patience, confidence, and independence.

Teaching since: 2007

Taylor, Daycare Associate Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Taylor

I love teaching because: It is a privilege to witness the way young minds grow and to be able to participate in the shaping of future generations.

Teaching since: 2018

Junella, Daycare Associate Teacher, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Junella

I love teaching because: It allows me to see children's confidence. It is immensely satisfying to watch a child understand a concept and seeing their eyes light up.

Teaching since: 1995

Tara, Daycare Assistant Director, The Buerger Early Learning Center at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Philadelphia, PA

Tara

I love Bright Horizons because: I love being part of a caring community that focuses on high quality and supportive environments.

In education since: 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

For job listings and to complete the application process, please visit www.brighthorizons.com/careers.


Bright Horizons conducts a comprehensive background check on all prospective employees and frequent visitors. The background check consists of a county criminal record check for the past seven years performed in all counties that a person has lived, worked or attended school. In addition to the county criminal search , a sex offender search, OFAC search and a social security verification trace are also conducted. For all location employees, program licensing background checks required by the state are also performed.


All Bright Horizons staff are trained regularly in CPR, even if not required by the state. First Aid is taught as required by state licensing agency/regulations so that you can feel confident that your child is safe and receiving the best care possible at our center.


Yes, Bright Horizons has an open door policy. Due to Covid-19, all families have a 15 minute limit per day in the classroom when visiting to avoid exposures to other children and staff. 


Yes!  Our summer program runs from mid June through the end of August each summer. Call us for for more information and to enroll your child.