Lead Early Education Educator — Curriculum & Mentoring

Bright Horizons; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Caregiving support

Job summary

Bright Horizons leads the way in early childhood education, inviting educators to shape engaging curriculum and experiences. This Lead Educator role emphasizes curriculum expertise, anti-bias learning, and mentoring peers within a hands-on preschool environment.

Responsibilities include guiding program quality, collaborating with families, and serving as a role model while meeting state reporting requirements and maintaining high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks.
• Must meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in implementing high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with our philosophy and anti-bias education.
• Be a curriculum expert and use educational quality tools to assess and enhance program implementation.
• Partner and communicate effectively with families, while mentoring new teachers and serving as a role model for the teaching team.
• Fulfill mandated reporter requirements as defined by the appropriate State agency.

Skills

Mentoring teachers

Family communication

Curriculum expertise

Education

CDA with an educational plan to complete associate degree

Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or child development related field

Three years of professional experience teaching in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings

NAEYC-accredited center experience preferred

Job description

Bright Horizons leads the way in early childhood education, inviting educators to shape engaging curriculum and experiences. This Lead Educator role emphasizes curriculum expertise, anti-bias learning, and mentoring peers within a hands-on preschool environment.

Responsibilities include guiding program quality, collaborating with families, and serving as a role model while meeting state reporting requirements and maintaining high standards of care.