Early Childhood Education Leader & Mentor

KinderCare; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a lead teacher to mentor a team, implement the KinderCare curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can thrive. You will collaborate with parents to support each child's development and help your center achieve enrollment and engagement targets.

Strong communication with families and licensing authorities is essential to success. The role requires experience in early childhood education, a relevant credential, and a commitment to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational ability.
• Active CDA Credential or NAECY 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 a minimum of 40 pounds, indoors or outdoors.
• Ability to read, write, understand and speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers; model behaviors and provide 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 development.
• Support center success with enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals.
• Build positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

CDA Credential

State trainer (preferred)

ECE experience (2-3 years)

Bachelor’s degree (ECE)

State qualifications willingness

CPR/First Aid

Physical ability to lift 40 lbs

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a lead teacher to mentor a team, implement the KinderCare curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can thrive. You will collaborate with parents to support each child's development and help your center achieve enrollment and engagement targets.

Strong communication with families and licensing authorities is essential to success. The role requires experience in early childhood education, a relevant credential, and a commitment to high-quality care.