Benefits:

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Bright Kids Learning Academy is seeking Lead Teachers that are caring, responsive and supportive to children, parents and other staff members. This Bright Kids Learning Academy is located at 1943 West Blvd across from the Stratford Richardson YMCA and the newly under construction Atrium Medical Center. We are also located just up the street from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and the Charles H. Parker Academic Center. We embrace diversity, culture, and the developmental needs of all children.

Our passionate teachers use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.

Responsibilities

Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children.

Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem.

Encourage children to interact appropriately with each other.

Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum.

Operate to schedule and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times.

Collaborate with other educators.

Maintain a clean and compliant classroom consistent with health and safety standards.

Utilize and or have NC Foundations experience working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.

Skills

Proven experience as an Lead Teacher

Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms

Excellent communication and instructional skills

Ability to facilitate play.

Calm Demeanor, child and staff friendly, and very reliable

SIDS Certification

Certification in child CPR & First Aid

An AAS degree in education or relevant field with 12 EDU hours

Job Type: Full-time Candidate must be flexible and willing to open and or closing of the center as needed.

Pay: $17.00-18.00 per hour (Depending on experience and educational background)

Schedule: 8 Hour Shift Monday - Friday

Do you have a current DCDEE Criminal Clearance Letter to work with children? Education:

An AAS or BS degree in education or relevant field with 12 EDU hours (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred)

Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

ECE Certification (Preferred)