Child Care Lead Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care•Camillus, NY

13d•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 BrightPath Kids and 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 Kids today! What will you be doing? As a Lead Teacher, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years in one assigned classroom.
Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum.
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.