Teachers

Lightbridge Academy; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Generous paid time off

Full health benefits

401K with company match

Employee mentoring and training

Job summary

Lightbridge Academy in Fair Lawn, NJ is looking for enthusiastic teachers who love working with children and want to create memorable experiences in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include supporting children’s learning through fun activities and engaging with parents. The role offers no night or weekend shifts, generous paid time off, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement, including paid training. Join us in making a positive impact on children's lives while enjoying a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• A love for children and a desire to make a positive difference every day.
• Ability to create hands-on fun and silliness for children.
• Flexible and able to multi-task in a lively environment.

Responsibilities

• Make children smile through fun and engaging activities.
• Create cherished memories for children.
• Support parents through daily interactions.

Skills

Fun and creativity

Multi-tasking

Communication

Job description

Overview

If you have a love for children and enjoy fostering their “a-ha” moments… join our team! We are seeking enthusiastic and happy teachers with a love for children and a desire to make a positive difference every day. As a Lightbridge teacher your days will be filled with laughter, learning and hugs! Our nurturing culture isn’t only for children, it’s for everyone in our Circle of Care. When you join the Lightbridge Academy family, you become part of a team of lifelong learners, who are passionate about children and families… just like you are. You will quickly realize that we are more than just a daycare. We are a place where memories are made. Our teachers get to impact the lives of infant, toddler, preschool, and pre‑k children while earning the title of early childhood experts!

As a Lightbridge teacher, you will:

• Make children smile through hands on fun and silliness.
• Create memories that children will cherish and take with them when they graduate.
• Offer support to parents through daily interactions and communication.
• Share with your co-workers the joys of creating a-ha moments with children.
• Build a team atmosphere within your classroom.
• Fulfill your career dreams, while nurturing little future leaders.

Does this describe you?

• You love to have fun and be fun.
• Have an “I’ve got this” attitude.
• You are flexible and able to multi-task.
• You make learning fun.

Benefits of joining our team:

• Flexible schedules, with no nights, weekends, or holidays!
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible pay options to meet your needs.
• Career advancement and paid training! We’ll even pay for your CDA.
• Full health benefits including Vision, Dental & Life insurance.
• 401K future savings plan with company match.
• Exclusive discounts on everyday purchases, like cell phone bills.
• Employee mentoring including hands on training and support.
• Spend time outdoors playing with children.
• Safe and healthy center environment with our advanced air purification system.

Lightbridge Academy centers are independently owned and operated and actual benefits may vary by location. Each location owner is responsible for the staffing and management of their center location(s) and team members. All questions should be directed to the specific center location owner.

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