Early Childhood Education Lead & Mentor

KinderCare; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Florida is seeking a Lead Teacher who will lead, coach and mentor teammates while delivering KinderCare's curriculum and ensuring each child’s unique needs are met. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and partner with families to support children's development, enrollment and engagement.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and English communication skills. Respect for licensing standards and collaboration with center staff and leadership are essential

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Possess active 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 or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and engage with children.
• English reading, writing, speaking to communicate with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that aligns with each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to support the best care and education for children.
• Support the center’s success by collaborating with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Active CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy requirements

Approved state trainer

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare in Florida is seeking a Lead Teacher who will lead, coach and mentor teammates while delivering KinderCare's curriculum and ensuring each child’s unique needs are met. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and partner with families to support children's development, enrollment and engagement.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and English communication skills. Respect for licensing standards and collaboration with center staff and leadership are essential