Lead Teacher - School Bell

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care; Delaware; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Bear, DE is seeking a full-time Lead Teacher to create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. This role offers competitive pay, generous benefits including a childcare discount, and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and customer service skills.

Benefits

Generous childcare discount

401(k) program with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

$10,000 of company-paid life insurance

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.
• Create developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC standards.
• Curate programs and activities based on children’s interests.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Ability to multitask

Organizational skills

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Job description

Overview

Lead Teacher position at BrightPath Kids / BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care. This role is full-time with no evenings or weekends required. Join a diverse community of over 5,000 employees and enjoy competitive pay and benefits including a childcare discount. Located in Bear, DE.

What will you be doing?

As a Lead Teacher, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care, according to NAEYC guidelines. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks to 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.

Benefits

• Generous childcare discount for all employees.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development to support long-term career goals.
• Full-time staff receive paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, and vision insurance, and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
• 1 year of experience in a licensed child care facility (preferred)
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and stay 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! Please submit your application today.

Additional information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Individual and Family Services

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