After-School Lead Teacher: Inspire & Mentor Young Learners

KinderCare Learning Companies; Lockhart (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring for a Teacher to join our nationwide early childhood education team. You will lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn and grow.

You will partner with families and center staff to meet enrollment and accreditation goals, while upholding high standards of care and education across diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements
• Approved state trainer (preferred)
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
• Partner and connect with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
• Support your center’s success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential or NAECY candidacy

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring for a Teacher to join our nationwide early childhood education team. You will lead and mentor teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn and grow.

You will partner with families and center staff to meet enrollment and accreditation goals, while upholding high standards of care and education across diverse communities.