Afterschool Program Leader & Mentor

KinderCare; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs, paid PTO

Employee discounts for work essentials

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a dedicated Teacher to lead and mentor fellow educators, implement our curriculum, and foster a safe, nurturing classroom. You’ll partner with parents to deliver high-quality care and education while supporting center enrollment, accreditation, and engagement initiatives.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and English communication. CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy is preferred, with CPR/First Aid readiness and 2–3 years of

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or pursuit of NAEYC candidacy.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Able to lift 40 pounds and supervise children safely.
• English reading, writing and speaking for parent communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in the classroom.
• Implement curriculum consistent with each child’s needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to support child care and educational goals.
• Support center success toward enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers and licensing authorities.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English communication

CDA Credential / NAEYC candidacy

CPR and First Aid

State trainer (preferred)

ECE experience (2-3 years, preferred)

Lifting 40 pounds

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a dedicated Teacher to lead and mentor fellow educators, implement our curriculum, and foster a safe, nurturing classroom. You’ll partner with parents to deliver high-quality care and education while supporting center enrollment, accreditation, and engagement initiatives.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and English communication. CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy is preferred, with CPR/First Aid readiness and 2–3 years of