Child Care Lead Teacher

Busy Bees North America; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in early childhood education as a Lead Teacher. You will create a nurturing environment and curriculum for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, partnering with families and ensuring their safety. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and a rewarding career path.

Benefits

60% child care discount

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off and holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure child safety and supervision in assigned classroom.
• Create developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Maintain a clean, warm, safe environment.

Skills

Ability to multitask

Organizational skills

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Job description

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 Lead 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 :

• 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 Kids :

• We offer a 60% child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• All of our staff receive weekly paychecks.
• All of our NY locations are designated as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace by Erie County.
• 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 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 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses required
• 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred
• Ability to multitask and remain organized
• Ability to work within regular operating hours
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.

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