Lead Preschool Teacher

Hirebridge; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

401(k) with match

Professional development

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Kids in Aurora, OH is seeking a Lead Infant Teacher to work with families and fellow teachers to provide a nurturing home away from home for children. The role focuses on safety, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and strong family partnerships.

The position requires an Associate Degree or CDA, 2+ years in a licensed childcare setting, and excellent customer service. We offer full-time hours, health insurance, childcare discount, and a company-match 401(k).

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years in one assigned classroom.
• Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Education

Associate Degree

CDA credential

Job description

Center: Aurora, OH

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $16-20/hr

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids, formerly Young Explorers! 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 Kidstoday!

What will you be doing?

As a Lead Infant Teacher, you will work side‑by‑side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years in one assigned classroom.
• Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• 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 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 are offered paid time off and paid holidays.
• Full‑time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company‑paid life insurance.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
• 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.

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you!