Lead Child Care Teacher

2 days ago


Tampa, United States Bright Horizons Full time

Child Care Center Lead Teacher / Lead Educator


Are you an experienced early childhood educator who is passionate about developmentally appropriate practice? Do other teachers seek you out for ideas on how to create engaging curriculum and experiences in their classrooms?


If this sounds like you, apply today to join our team as the Lead Educator at Bright Horizons at JPMC Fountain Square in Tampa, FL working in the Infant, Toddler, and Preschool programs.


  • Full-time schedule: 9:30-6:00 p.m.
  • Competitive pay ranging from $18.75-20.67 / hr based on education and experience
  • Preferred: DCF45hrs/exams completed (contingent upon state residency OR time in field)
  • Please review further position requirements below


A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Referral bonus
  • Career development and tuition-free college degrees (for you and your teachers) through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program


As a Child Care Lead Educator, you will:

  • Be a classroom lead teacher and age group expert
  • Mentor a teaching team by providing support and feedback on weekly curriculum plans, child assessment and documentation, and classroom environments
  • Communicate daily with parents
  • Document and share the important milestones in their child’s day
  • Keep the classroom safe and clean by following important procedures and guidelines


Requirements:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

  • Associate degree or higher in early childhood education or related field highly preferred; minimum of CDA required with educational plan to complete Associate or Bachelor’s degree
  • At least three years of teaching experience in a high-quality program required
  • Experience working in a NAEYC-accredited center preferred


Pursue your passion for early learning. Fulfill your purpose to make a difference for children and families. Explore the possibilities of where a Bright Horizons career can take you – in a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion where you can be you. Come build a brighter future at one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” Apply today


Compensation Range: $18.75 - 20.67/ hr


The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.


Life at Bright Horizons:


Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the children and families we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending), education assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and so much more. Come build a brighter future with us.



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