Early Childhood Education Leader & Mentor

KinderCare; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a Lead Teacher to mentor fellow teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom for children. You will partner with parents to ensure the best care and education, and work with center staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.

Ideal candidates have CDA credential (or NAEYC candidacy), 2–3 years in Early Childhood Education, and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred. CPR/First Aid may be required.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations.
• 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
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

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

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer (preferred)

Early Childhood Education experience

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a Lead Teacher to mentor fellow teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom for children. You will partner with parents to ensure the best care and education, and work with center staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.

Ideal candidates have CDA credential (or NAEYC candidacy), 2–3 years in Early Childhood Education, and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred. CPR/First Aid may be required.