Child Care Lead Educator

Bright Horizons • Pittsburgh, PA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Bright Horizons is seeking a Lead Educator to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day at the O'Brien Family Center, located in the PNC Bank on 500 Fist Avenue. This role offers the opportunity to learn from early education experts and mentor others in creating engaging curriculum and experiences. The Lead Educator will contribute to a safe, nurturing environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth, collaborating with a dynamic team to shape future learners and leaders. Bright Horizons fosters an inclusive workplace that celebrates individuality, invests in employee growth, and supports the whole self, recognizing that when employees thrive, so do the children, families, and clients they serve. The company is committed to equal opportunity and complies with federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination, FMLA, and EPPA.

Requirements

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements
• CDA with an educational plan to complete associate degree is required
• At least three years of professional experience teaching in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required

Nice To Haves

• Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or child development related field is preferred
• 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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees (for you and your teachers) through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees