After-School Lead Teacher: Mentoring & Inspiring Kids

KinderCare Learning Companies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher in Fort Worth, TX. You will lead and mentor colleagues, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment where children can learn through play.

You’ll partner with families to deliver the highest quality care while supporting center goals around enrollment and accreditation. Requirements include 2–3 years in early childhood education, a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to lift 40 pounds and work indoors

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy preferred.
• English reading/writing for communication with families.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• State-specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in the 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

Multitasking

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

CPR & First Aid certification

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

State trainer credentials (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Lead Teacher in Fort Worth, TX. You will lead and mentor colleagues, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, engaging environment where children can learn through play.

You’ll partner with families to deliver the highest quality care while supporting center goals around enrollment and accreditation. Requirements include 2–3 years in early childhood education, a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to lift 40 pounds and work indoors