Lead Toddler Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care•Chicago, IL

25d

About The Position

BrightPath Kids is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher in Bucktown. As part of the Busy Bees global childcare community, the teacher works alongside other teachers and families to provide children with a home-away-from-home experience in accordance with NAEYC guidelines. The role includes responsibility for the safety and supervision of children in an assigned classroom and for creating an environment that supports their growth and exploration. The teacher develops age-appropriate curriculum and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles, maintains a warm, clean, and safe classroom, partners with families to plan care and education, and communicates effectively with parents and guardians about their child. The posting describes the position as full-time and says the employee must be able to work within regular operating hours.

Requirements

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
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

One year of experience in a licensed child care facility is preferred.

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.
Develop programs and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles.
Maintain a warm, safe, and clean environment that allows children to grow and explore.
Partner with families to create plans for the best care and education for their children.
Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about their child.