Lead Educator & Curriculum Mentor (Early Childhood)

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Discounts & planning tools

Education programs

Caregiving resources

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a Lead Educator in Austin to guide a teaching team in delivering a high-quality, anti-bias curriculum. You will mentor teachers, engage families, and model best practices in a Bright Horizons center.

The role requires a CDA with an educational plan to complete an associate degree and at least three years of experience in a quality child care setting. In-person work in Austin is expected, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• CDA with an educational plan to complete associate degree is required.
• Associate 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.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Team leadership

Mentoring

Family communication

Anti-bias education

Education

CDA with educational plan

Associate degree in ECE or related field

Job description

Bright Horizons is seeking a Lead Educator in Austin to guide a teaching team in delivering a high-quality, anti-bias curriculum. You will mentor teachers, engage families, and model best practices in a Bright Horizons center.

The role requires a CDA with an educational plan to complete an associate degree and at least three years of experience in a quality child care setting. In-person work in Austin is expected, with competitive compensation and benefits.