Lead Educator — Mentor Teachers & Shape Curricula

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Education/tuition support

Job summary

Bright Horizons in Nashville, TN is seeking a Lead Educator to guide a teaching team in delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with our anti-bias philosophy. You will act as a curriculum expert and partner with families to support children's learning.

The role requires state background checks, a CDA with an educational plan to complete an associate degree, and at least three years of classroom experience.

Qualifications

• CDA with an educational plan to complete 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

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 in Nashville, TN is seeking a Lead Educator to guide a teaching team in delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with our anti-bias philosophy. You will act as a curriculum expert and partner with families to support children's learning.

The role requires state background checks, a CDA with an educational plan to complete an associate degree, and at least three years of classroom experience.