Early Childhood Lead & Mentor Educator

KinderCare; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a Lead Teacher in Westerville, OH to mentor and guide fellow teachers while delivering high-quality early childhood education. You will implement the KinderCare curriculum with attention to each child's unique needs and maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

You will partner with families to support children’s development and work with center staff to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and ongoing engagement.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Active CDA credential or be eligible for NAEYC candidacy.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain them.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read/write/speak English to communicate with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom and model behaviors.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that fits each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to support children’s education and well-being.
• Support center 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

Organization

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a Lead Teacher in Westerville, OH to mentor and guide fellow teachers while delivering high-quality early childhood education. You will implement the KinderCare curriculum with attention to each child's unique needs and maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

You will partner with families to support children’s development and work with center staff to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and ongoing engagement.