Child Care Lead Toddler 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. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

Location

Westlake, OH

Pay

$16-20/hour

Job Type

Full-Time, no evenings or weekends

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Generous child care discount for all employees.
• Eligibility to participate in the 401(k) program with a company match.
• Opportunities for professional development to support long-term career goals.
• Paid time off and paid holidays for full-time staff.
• Health, dental, vision insurance, and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field, Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Career Pathway Level 3, or Bachelor's Degree in any field.
• 1 year 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.