Afterschool Program Lead & Mentor

KinderCare Education LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Healthcare benefits

Employee assistance

Paid time off

Work discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a caring and energetic Teacher to lead, coach, and mentor early childhood staff, delivering our curriculum in a way that meets each child's needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn and will partner with parents to support the best care and education.

Preferred qualifications include a CDA credential, CPR/First Aid certification, 2–3 years of ECE experience, and a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain CDA Credential and CPR/First Aid certification
• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Meet state-specific qualifications for the role
• Read, write, understand, and speak English with children and parents

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

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

CPR/First Aid

ECE experience

Bachelor's in ECE

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy

CDA Credential

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a caring and energetic Teacher to lead, coach, and mentor early childhood staff, delivering our curriculum in a way that meets each child's needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn and will partner with parents to support the best care and education.

Preferred qualifications include a CDA credential, CPR/First Aid certification, 2–3 years of ECE experience, and a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.