Child Care Lead Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care • Camillus, NY

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About The Position

BrightPath Kids is seeking a Lead Teacher for its Camillus, New York center. The Lead Teacher works side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in care, ages 6 weeks to 12 years, in one assigned classroom. The role involves ensuring children's safety and supervision, creating developmentally appropriate curriculum and programs, and maintaining a warm, clean, and safe environment where children can grow and explore. The Lead Teacher also partners with families to plan care and education and communicates effectively with parents and guardians about their child.

This is a full-time position with no evenings or weekends. BrightPath Kids offers competitive pay, weekly paychecks, a childcare discount, professional development opportunities, and benefits for eligible full-time staff.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses.
• 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 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years in one assigned classroom.
• Create developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Curate programs and activities based on children's interests and learning styles.
• Maintain a warm and safe environment that is clean and allows children to 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

• Sign-on bonus of up to $1,000, paid in installments at 30, 60, and 90 days of employment.
• 60% child care discount for all employees.
• Weekly paychecks.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Paid time off accrued by full-time staff in their first year.
• Health insurance for full-time staff.
• Dental insurance for full-time staff.
• Vision insurance for full-time staff.

What This Job Offers

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