Lead Educator & Curriculum Mentor

Bright Horizons; Illinois; On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and par­

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term and short-term disability

Life insurance

Horizons CDA & Degree Program

Caregiving support and resources for/

Learning wellness resources

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a Lead Educator to join our UNC Chapel Hill site, guiding a classroom team and delivering developmentally appropriate, anti-bias curriculum. You will mentor peers, collaborate with families, and model best practices in early childhood education.

Requirements include a CDA with a plan to complete an associate degree, an associate or higher degree in a related field, and at least three years of teaching experience, with preference for NAEYC-accredited centers.

Qualifications

• CDA with an educational plan to complete an associate degree is required.
• Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or child development related field is preferred.
• At least three years of professional experience teaching in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required.
• Experience working in a NAEYC-accredited center is preferred.

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. This includes reporting any suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the agency, informing the director, and ensuring teaching staff are aware of this requirement.

Skills

Curriculum development

Mentoring

Family communication

Educational leadership

Education

CDA with educational plan to complete associate degree

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

Job description

Bright Horizons is seeking a Lead Educator to join our UNC Chapel Hill site, guiding a classroom team and delivering developmentally appropriate, anti-bias curriculum. You will mentor peers, collaborate with families, and model best practices in early childhood education.

Requirements include a CDA with a plan to complete an associate degree, an associate or higher degree in a related field, and at least three years of teaching experience, with preference for NAEYC-accredited centers.