Classroom Leader & Curriculum Coach

KinderCare; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Decatur, IL is seeking a leadership-focused childcare leader to guide educational programs and classroom practice. The role emphasizes presenting the curriculum clearly, mentoring teachers, and partnering with families to support children's development.

You will spend most of your time in the classroom while also assisting center management with staff interviewing and hiring, enrollment strategies, and compliance with licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and discovery go hand-in-hand
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Approved State Trainer (preferred)
• NAEYC/NAC, and state licensing knowledge (preferred)
• Meet state specific guidelines for the role
• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, 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

Responsibilities

• Ensure our world-class curriculum is presented as intended and that teachers can speak to the curriculum and what children are learning
• Spend 75% of your time in the classroom, educating children and mentoring and modeling for teachers
• Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
• Train, motivate and lead staff and assist center management with interviewing and hiring of teachers
• Support your center's success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives

Skills

Relationship building

Customer service

State Trainer (preferred)

NAEYC/NAC knowledge (preferred)

Licensing knowledge (preferred)

Meet state guidelines

Physical ability

English communication

Job description

KinderCare in Decatur, IL is seeking a leadership-focused childcare leader to guide educational programs and classroom practice. The role emphasizes presenting the curriculum clearly, mentoring teachers, and partnering with families to support children's development.

You will spend most of your time in the classroom while also assisting center management with staff interviewing and hiring, enrollment strategies, and compliance with licensing standards.