Child Care Lead Teacher School age

Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Education

$16 - $20 per hour

Location: Wadsworth

Job Type: Fulltime

Schedule: Monday through Friday

No evenings or weekends!

Grow Your Career with a Global Leader in Early Childhood Education

Working with us isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary where your contribution helps shape the future of young learners.

Build a meaningful career in early childhood education with Kids Country , proudly part of Busy Bees North America (BBNA) — a leading global early learning and childcare provider with a rapidly growing presence across the United States and Canada.

At Busy Bees North America, we show up for each other. We are one team built on collaboration, trust, respect and support.

Together we create a place where our team members feel valued and set up for success. We empower and support each other to do our best work.

When our team thrives, our children and families thrive.

Why Join Kids Country & Busy Bees

At Busy Bees, we believe educators do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. From your first day, you will have the tools, leadership support, and professional development opportunities needed to thrive in the classroom and build a long-term career in early childhood education.

When you join our team, you can expect:

• Hands-on daily support from Center Directors, Assistant Directors, and fellow educators
• Classroom assistance and ratio support to help maintain safe classroom flow and successful transitions throughout the day
• Coaching, mentorship, and leadership guidance from experienced early childhood leaders
• Clear career growth pathways into roles such as Assistant Director, Center Director, Education Coach, and other leadership opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued education and degree advancement
• CDA credential support and advancement program for professional growth and certification development
• Access to curriculum resources, classroom tools, and educational support materials
• Career planning and leadership development opportunities designed to help you reach your long‑term goals
• Child care discount for all employees
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company‑paid life insurance

Whether your goal is to continue growing as a classroom leader or advance into center leadership, we are committed to investing in your success every step of the way.

Whether your goal is to continue growing as a Lead Teacher or move into future roles such as Assistant Director, Center Director, Education Coach, or other leadership opportunities , we invest in your long‑term success.

Position Summary

As a Lead Teacher , you will work side‑by‑side with fellow educators, center leadership, and families to provide a warm, safe, and engaging classroom experience aligned with NAEYC standards and best practices .

This role offers strong day‑to‑day support from both your classroom team and center leadership to help ensure successful classroom management, smooth transitions, and compliance with ratio standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, supervision, and well‑being of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years
• Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and curriculum
• Develop engaging classroom activities based on children’s interests and learning styles
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming learning environment
• Partner with families to support each child’s growth and development
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding milestones and daily progress
• Collaborate with support staff and leadership to maintain classroom ratios and classroom flow
• Help create a true home‑away‑from‑home for children and families
• Inspire creativity, confidence, and social‑emotional growth in young learners

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• OR
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
• OR
• Career Pathway Level 3

Preferred:

• 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care setting
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast‑paced environment
• Must meet all state requirements for child care employment

At Kids Country and Busy Bees, you are more than an employee — you are helping shape the future of early childhood education.

With more than 175 locations across 13 U.S. states and over 80 locations in Canada , Busy Bees supports more than 30,000 children across North America each day . When you join our Hive, you become part of a collaborative and supportive community where every team member plays an important role in our shared success.