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Child Care Lead Toddler Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

North Syracuse, NYFull-time$18.5–20.5/hrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18.5–20.5/hr
Location
North Syracuse, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care is hiring a Child Care Lead Toddler Teacher. BrightPath Kids is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to lead a classroom of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, ensuring safety, creating developmentally appropriate curriculum, and fostering partnerships with families. The role offers competitive hourly pay, full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, a 401(k) match, and a 60% childcare discount for staff.

Key focus areas include Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years in one assigned classroom., Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum., and Curating programs and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles..

Important skills include Customer Service Skills, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Regular Operating Hours Availability, and Functional Written And Oral English.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer Service SkillsMultitaskingOrganizational SkillsRegular Operating Hours AvailabilityFunctional Written and Oral English

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Related Field or Child Development Associate Credential or 12 Credits in Early Childhood Education Courses2+ Years Experience in Licensed Child Care FacilityMust Meet State Criteria for Child Care Employment

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Center: North Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $18.50 - $20.50 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time

No evenings or weekends!

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 BrightPath Kids and 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 Kids today!

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. Responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years in one assigned classroom.

  • Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum.

  • 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 Kids:

  • We offer a 60% off child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!

  • All of our staff receive weekly paychecks.

  • All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!

  • We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.

  • Full-time staff accrue paid time off in their first year.

  • Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.

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

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today. Proficiency in functional written and oral English is required.

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