Child Care Lead Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

South Windsor (CT)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

5 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount
401(k) with company match
Professional development opportunities
Paid time off (2 weeks)

Job summary

BrightPath Kids in South Windsor, CT is seeking a full-time classroom closer to join our caring team. This role emphasizes safety, developmentally appropriate activities, and family partnerships in a Busy Bees community.

You will implement NAEYC-aligned curricula, maintain a welcoming learning environment, and support children 6 weeks to 12 years old while collaborating with families and staff. Competitive benefits accompany a stable schedule.

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR CDA credential OR Head Teacher certification OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses OR Bachelor's Degree 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

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks - 12 years in one assigned classroom.
  • Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC standards.
  • Curating programs and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles.
  • Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
  • 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.

Skills

Customer service
Multitasking
Organized

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
Head Teacher certification
12 credits in Early Childhood Education
Bachelor's Degree

Job description

No evenings or weekends! Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at Center: South Windsor, CT Job Type: Full-Time (Closer) 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?
Responsibilities
  • Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks - 12 years in one assigned classroom.
  • Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC standards.
  • Curating programs and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles.
  • Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
  • 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
  • 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 Head Teacher certification OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses OR Bachelor's Degree 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
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