Child Care Certified Preschool Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care Career Center; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Paid time off (2 weeks first year)

7 paid holidays

Job summary

BrightPath Kids in Quincy, MA is seeking a Certified Preschool Teacher to join our busy early learning centers. You will work with families and fellow teachers to provide a warm, home‑like setting for children, guided by NAEYC standards, with supportive supervision and ongoing professional development.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent credentials and 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care facility.

Qualifications

• Must have customer service skills and a calm, professional demeanor.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a busy licensed child care setting.
• Strong organization and time management abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs and activities in multiple classrooms.
• Mentor Teachers and Assistant Teachers.
• Create developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with NAEYC standards.
• Curate programs and activities based on children's interests and learning styles.
• Partner with families to develop plans for high‑quality care and education.
• Provide clear, timely communication with parents/guardians.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organized

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA credential

MA Teacher certification

Job description

Center: Quincy, MA

Job Type: Full-Time

Pre-K Age

Wage Scale: $21.00 to $30.00 hourly

*Sign on Bonus of $1,500 for EEC Certified Teachers until July 31st*

No evenings or weekends!

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

What will you be doing?

As a Certified Preschool Teacher, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care, according to NAEYC guidelines. Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing programs and activities in multiple classrooms.
• Mentoring Teachers and Assistant Teachers within our centers.
• Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC standards.
• Curating programs and activities based on children's interests and learning styles.
• Partnering with families to create plans to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

• We offer a 60% child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!
• We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
• Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
• Full-time staff are given 7 paid holidays off.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR EEC State of MA Teacher certification required
• 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and remain organized
• Ability to work within regular operating hours
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment