Job detail
Child Care Lead Teacher
BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/6/2026
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for ensuring the safety and supervision of children while creating developmentally appropriate curriculum based on naeyc standards. They will also curate activities based on children's interests and maintain effective communication with families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold an associate degree in early childhood education or a related field. One year of experience in a licensed child care facility is preferred, along with strong customer service and organizational skills.
associate degreeMultitaskingCommunicationOrganizationCustomer serviceClassroom managementCurriculum developmentEarly childhood educationChild safetyNAEYC standards
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Professional development
- Company match
- Child care discount
- 401(k) program