Child Care Lead Teacher Toddler
About The Position
BrightPath Kids is hiring a full-time Lead Teacher for its Simsbury, Connecticut center. The role works with teachers and families to provide children in care with a supportive, home-like environment in accordance with NAEYC guidelines. The schedule is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no evenings or weekends. The Lead Teacher is responsible for an assigned classroom and supports children’s safety, learning, and development. The position includes creating developmentally appropriate curriculum, planning activities around children’s interests and learning styles, maintaining a clean and welcoming classroom, partnering with families, and communicating with parents or guardians about their child. BrightPath Kids is part of the Busy Bees global childcare community, which has over 5,000 employees.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Head Teacher certification, 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses, or a bachelor's degree.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- 2 or more years of experience in a licensed child care facility.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years in one assigned classroom.
- Create developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC standards.
- Curate programs and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles.
- Maintain a warm, safe, and clean environment where children can grow and explore.
- Partner with families to create plans that provide the best care and education for their children.
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about their child.
Benefits
- 60% child care discount for all employees.
- 401(k) program with company match.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
- 7 paid holidays off for full-time staff.
- Health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance for full-time staff.
- $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
