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Toddler Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

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#Child Care#Child Development#Classroom Management#Early Childhood Education#Toddler Care#Curriculum Planning#NAEYC Guidelines
Full Time
On Site
0-2 yrs
Posted 5 days ago

Location

South Elgin, Illinois

Quick overview

The Toddler Teacher is responsible for ensuring the safety and supervision of children while creating developmentally appropriate curricula based on NAEYC standards. They must maintain a clean, safe environment and partner with families to provide optimal care and education.

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 criteria for employment.

associate degreeMultitaskingCustomer ServiceOrganizationChild SupervisionCurriculum DevelopmentParent CommunicationEarly Childhood Education

Job description

Location: South Elgin, IL Campus

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.
  • 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 Toddler 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
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Childcare Discount
  • 401(k) Program with Company Match

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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

Illinois toddler teacher roles remain steady

Toddler Teacher openings in Illinois are typically driven by ongoing demand for licensed early childhood care, especially in centers serving working families. This role is competitive because employers often look for an associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, plus experience in a licensed child care setting and state employment eligibility. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and child care experience match the posting before applying.

Salary benchmark

$51,130 avg / yr

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Typical range: $35,686–$52,000 based on 300 active listings in Illinois

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