Child Care Lead Preschool Teacher

Center: Hertel, NY • Full-Time • No evenings or weekends

About the role

Build your career in early childhood education 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.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 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, clean environment that permits children to grow and explore.
• Partner with families to create plans that provide the best care and education for their children.
• Provide effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses.
• 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.
• Proficiency in functional written and oral English is required.

Benefits

• 60% child care discount for all employees.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace designation (Erie County).
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Full-time staff: 2 weeks of paid time off in the first year.
• Full-time staff: paid holidays off.
• Full-time staff: health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Full-time staff: $10,000 company-paid life insurance.

Pay

$18.50 – $20.50 per hour