Experienced Lead Teacher, Two-Year Olds' Class

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Bright Light Academy is seeking a mature, experienced Lead Teacher to join our two year olds' teaching team.
The ideal candidates will have an Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Children & Families as well at least two years experience working with young children, preferably toddlers, be a team player & have a passion for early learning.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with assistant group supervisors to plan & implement daily lesson plans & activities.
• Help create a safe & stimulating classroom environment for two-year olds.
• Monitor & engage with children during playtime, meals & other daily routines.
• Provide individual & group support to children as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents about their child's development & progress.
• Complete child assessments & participate in parent/teacher conferences.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Children & Families
• Two+ years experience working with young children, preferably toddlers.
• Must qualify as a Group Supervisor with DHS.
• Pass state, federal & child abuse background checks.
• Be 18 years or older & able to work in the United States.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Be able to lift up to 40lbs, see, hear & sit on the floor with children.
• Must be patient, nurturing & able to create a positive learning environment.

Position Overview:

• This is a full-time, year round position.
• Pay range starts at $17.50 up to $20.00 (relative to experience & education) per hour with a pay increase based on performance & education at the end of a 90 day probation period.
• Full-time staff also receive paid holidays, PTO, sick-time, reduced child care & more.
• Full-time staff work a four-day work week!

Bright Light Academy does not discriminate employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or sex.
About the Company

Bright Light Academy has been providing high quality education to the greater Pittsburgh area since 2016. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards possible, and by doing so have been a Keystone Stars Star 4 Child Care Center since 2021. If you are looking to work in a center where your contributions are appreciated & you want to work in a diverse & welcoming community, Bright Light may be the place for you!

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About Our School

Bright Light Academy has been providing high quality education to the greater Pittsburgh area since 2016. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards possible, and by doing so have been a Keystone Stars Star 4 Child Care Center since 2021. If you are looking to work in a center where your contributions are appreciated & you want to work in a diverse & welcoming community, Bright Light may be the place for you!