Job detail
Lead Preschool Teacher
BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/15/2026
Location
Palatine, Illinois
Core responsibilities
The lead preschool teacher is responsible for ensuring the safety and supervision of children while creating developmentally appropriate curriculum based on naeyc standards. They will also maintain a clean, safe environment and partner with families to support each child's individual learning and care needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold an associate degree in early childhood education or a related field and meet state criteria for childcare employment. One year of experience in a licensed childcare facility is preferred, along with strong organizational and customer service 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
- 401(k) program
- Childcare discount