Lead Teacher, Early Childhood - 60% Discount & Benefits

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Kids in Cheshire, CT is seeking a Lead Teacher to work with teachers and families to create a home away from home for children aged 6 weeks through 12 years, in line with NAEYC guidelines. You will develop developmentally appropriate curriculum and curate programs based on children's interests, while maintaining a warm, safe, clean environment and partnering with families.

Join our Busy Bees community of over 5,000 employees and enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including a 60%

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR CDA credential OR Head Teacher certification OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses OR Bachelor's Degree required
• 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

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks - 12 years in one assigned classroom.
• Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC standards.
• 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

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Operating hours availability

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA credential

Head Teacher certification

12 ECE credits

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

BrightPath Kids in Cheshire, CT is seeking a Lead Teacher to work with teachers and families to create a home away from home for children aged 6 weeks through 12 years, in line with NAEYC guidelines. You will develop developmentally appropriate curriculum and curate programs based on children's interests, while maintaining a warm, safe, clean environment and partnering with families.

Join our Busy Bees community of over 5,000 employees and enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including a 60%