Child Care Lead Toddler Teacher

BrightPath Kids; East Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Kids, located in Lancaster East, NY, is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher/ Lead Toddler Teacher to join a growing team. You will work with teachers and families, providing a home-like setting in line with NAEYC guidelines and ensure the safety and engagement of preschool or toddler-age children.

The role emphasizes curriculum development, collaboration with families, and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and supervision of children in one classroom.
• Create developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC standards.
• Curate programs and activities based on children's interests and learning styles.
• Maintain a warm, safe environment for children to grow and explore.
• Partner with families to create plans for best care and education.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

State criteria knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA credential

12 ECE credits

Job description

Center: Lancaster East, NY

Pay Range: $18.50 - $20.50 per hour

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, formerly Imagination Station! As a proud member of BrightPath Kids and 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 Kids today!

What will you be doing?

As a Lead Preschool Teacher/ Lead Toddler 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 of preschool or toddler ages 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 generous 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 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 paid time off in their first year.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, and vision 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
• 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