Child Care Lead Teacher Preschool

Center: Wallingford, CT • 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 and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
• Partner with families to create plans to 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 Head Teacher certification OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses OR Bachelor’s Degree 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 for all employees.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
• 7 paid holidays for full-time staff.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time staff.
• $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.