Early Childhood Teacher: Lead, Mentor & Inspire Learning

KinderCare Learning Companies; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Paid time off & discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to guide classrooms, deliver the curriculum, and cultivate a nurturing environment for children. You’ll partner with families to support each child’s growth and work with center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Join a team that values high-quality care and education, with opportunities to mentor peers and influence outcomes for families in our centers nationwide.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy required or in progress.
• Approved state trainer is preferred.
• 2–3 years in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and work indoors/outdoors.
• Read/write/speak English 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 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

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer (preferred)

Early childhood exp 2-3 yrs

Bachelor’s degree in ECE (preferred)

State qualifications for role

CPR/First Aid (preferred)

Lifts 40 pounds

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to guide classrooms, deliver the curriculum, and cultivate a nurturing environment for children. You’ll partner with families to support each child’s growth and work with center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Join a team that values high-quality care and education, with opportunities to mentor peers and influence outcomes for families in our centers nationwide.