Career Educator Eau Claire KinderCare

KinderCare; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Eau Claire, WI seeks a lead teacher to guide and mentor a classroom team, implement our developmentally appropriate curriculum, and ensure a safe, engaging environment for children. You will partner with families to align care with each child’s needs and contribute to center success through enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement.

Ideal candidates bring CDA or NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years ECE experience, and a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, with CPR/First Aid or

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or NAEYC candidacy.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand and speak English with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers; model behaviors and give feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum tailored to each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for play and learning.
• Partner with parents to support child care and education goals.
• Support center success with enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities and partners.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Job description

• 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

• 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

Required Skills and Experience:

• 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
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English