Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! Center: Oxford, CT. Job type: Full-time. No evenings or weekends.
What will you be doing?
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.
Responsibilities
* Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks to 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.
Top Reasons To Join BrightPath
* We offer a 60% child care discount to all employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment.
* All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match.
* We will support your long‑term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
* Full‑time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
* Full‑time staff are given 7 paid holidays off.
* Full‑time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company‑paid life insurance.
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.
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