Child Care Lead Teacher
About the role
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.
Located in Clarence, NY, this is a full-time position with a pay range of $18.50 - $20.50 per hour and no evenings or weekends.
Responsibilities
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, according to NAEYC guidelines.
- 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.
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
Benefits
- 60% child care discount to ALL employees
- Weekly paychecks
- Designated as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace by Erie County
- Eligibility to participate in the 401(k) program with company match
- Opportunities for professional development
- 2 weeks of paid time off in the first year for full-time staff
- Paid holidays off for full-time staff
- Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff