Child Care Lead Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care in Wallingford, CT is seeking a Lead Teacher to work closely with families and other teachers to provide a nurturing classroom aligned with NAEYC standards. The role emphasizes safety, developmentally appropriate activities, and strong parent communication.

A CDA/associate degree and 2+ years in licensed childcare are preferred. We offer a healthcare package, a 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for full-time staff, plus a childcare discount for

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or CDA credentials required by the employer.
• Experience in a licensed child care facility preferred.
• Ability to work within regular operating hours and meet state criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe supervision for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years in one classroom.
• Create developmentally appropriate curriculum following NAEYC standards.
• Develop programs and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles.
• Maintain a warm, clean, safe environment for children to explore.
• Communicate effectively with families and create care plans.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organization

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA credential

Head Teacher certification

12 ECE credits

Bachelor’s degree in related field

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: Wallingford, CT

Job Type: Full-Time

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 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

• 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