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BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

Child Care Lead Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care, Storrs, Connecticut, United States

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Center: Storrs, CT

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $18 - $20.50 hourly

No evenings or weekends! Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids.

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. Responsibilities include:

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 and Perks

60% childcare 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.

Opportunities for professional development to support long-term career goals.

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 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

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.

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