Child Care Lead Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care • Tonawanda, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses required
• 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+ years of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 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

• 60% child care discount to ALL employees
• Weekly paychecks
• Designated as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace
• 401(k) program with company match
• Opportunities for professional development
• Accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year (full-time staff)
• Paid holidays off (full-time staff)
• Health insurance (full-time staff)
• Dental insurance (full-time staff)
• Vision insurance (full-time staff)
• $10,000 of company-paid life insurance (full-time staff)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree