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Child Care Lead Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

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#Child Development#Classroom Management#Early Childhood Education#Child Care Facility#NAEYC#CDA Credential#Curriculum Planning#Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$19 - $21 / HOURPosted 9 days ago

Location

Buffalo, New York

Salary

$19 - $21 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Lead Teacher is responsible for ensuring the safety and supervision of children aged 6 weeks to 12 years while creating developmentally appropriate curricula. They partner with families to provide high-quality care and education according to NAEYC guidelines.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, a CDA credential, or 12 credits in ECE courses. Two or more years of experience in a licensed child care facility is preferred.

associate degreeprofessional certificateMultitaskingCustomer ServiceOrganizationChild SupervisionCurriculum DevelopmentParent CommunicationEarly Childhood Education

Job description

Center: Maryvale, 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 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.
  • 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 60% 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 of our NY locations are designated as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace by Erie County.
  • 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 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
  • Full-time staff are given 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 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.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Professional Development
  • Weekly Paychecks
  • 401(k) With Company Match
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • 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
Founded2010

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Market context

New York child care lead teacher outlook

In New York, child care lead teacher roles are commonly competitive because licensed programs need candidates who meet credential and education standards while also bringing classroom experience and family-facing communication skills. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the essentials faster; if you apply, make sure your CDA, ECE coursework, or degree documentation is ready and clearly listed.

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