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Lead Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

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#Child Care#Child Development#Classroom Management#Early Childhood Education#Curriculum Planning#NAEYC Guidelines#Licensed Child Care Facility
Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Quick overview

The Lead Teacher is responsible for ensuring the safety and supervision of children while creating developmentally appropriate curricula based on NAEYC standards. They partner with families to provide high-quality care and maintain a clean, supportive learning environment.

Requirements summary

An Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required. Candidates should ideally have one year of experience in a licensed child care facility and meet state employment criteria.

associate degreeMultitaskingCustomer ServiceOrganizationChild SupervisionCurriculum DevelopmentParent CommunicationEarly Childhood Education

Job description

Location: Edison Park, IL

Job Type: Full-Time

  • 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 the 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.

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BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

We Love What We Do. Come Join Us! BrightPath is an innovative provider of early education. We continuously examine new ways to bring the highest quality of care and development to our children while providing convenience, service and value to our families. With partnerships in...

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IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypePrivately Held
Size5,001-10,000 employees
HQToronto, Ontario

Market context

Illinois Lead Teacher roles stay in steady demand

In Illinois, Lead Teacher openings are often tied to licensed child care centers and early learning programs that need staff who can meet state employment criteria and support classroom continuity. This role can be competitive because employers commonly look for an associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, plus prior experience in a licensed child care setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting and prepare a resume that highlights licensed child care experience and relevant coursework.

  • With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us.
  • Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!
  • 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 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.

    Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids

    • We offer a generous 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 – this is free money!
    • We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
    • Full-time staff are offered paid time off and paid holidays.
    • 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 required
    • 1 year 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.

    Benefits

    • Dental Insurance
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Health Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Professional Development
    • 401(k) With Company Match
    • Company-paid Life Insurance
    • Childcare Discount
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