Child Care Lead Teacher - Pre-K
About The Position
Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Education at Kids Country, part of Busy Bees North America (BBNA), a global early learning and childcare provider. This role involves working collaboratively with educators, center leadership, and families to provide a warm, safe, and engaging classroom experience aligned with NAEYC standards. The position offers strong day-to-day support from classroom teams and center leadership to ensure successful classroom management, smooth transitions, and compliance with ratio standards. The company emphasizes a collaborative, trusting, respectful, and supportive team environment where members feel valued and empowered.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR Career Pathway Level 3
- Must meet all state requirements for child care employment
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care setting
- Experience with behaviors and special needs if possible
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and curriculum
- Develop engaging classroom activities based on children’s interests and learning styles
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming learning environment
- Partner with families to support each child’s growth and development
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding milestones and daily progress
- Collaborate with support staff and leadership to maintain classroom ratios and classroom flow
- Help create a true home-away-from-home for children and families
- Inspire creativity, confidence, and social-emotional growth in young learners
Benefits
- Hands-on daily support from Center Directors, Assistant Directors, and fellow educators
- Classroom assistance and ratio support
- Coaching, mentorship, and leadership guidance
- Clear career growth pathways
- Tuition reimbursement
- CDA credential support and advancement program
- Access to curriculum resources, classroom tools, and educational support materials
- Career planning and leadership development opportunities
- Child care discount for all employees
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
