Early Childhood Teacher & Mentor

KinderCare; Darien (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs; paid PTO

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring as a Teacher with responsibilities that include leading classrooms, implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum, and fostering a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will collaborate with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement across centers.

Requirements include a CDA credential (or NAEYC candidacy), 2–3 years ECE experience, and a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (preferred).

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or 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.

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

State trainer (preferred)

2-3 years ECE experience

CPR & First Aid

Physical ability to lift 40 lbs

English fluent

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy (requirements)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring as a Teacher with responsibilities that include leading classrooms, implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum, and fostering a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will collaborate with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement across centers.

Requirements include a CDA credential (or NAEYC candidacy), 2–3 years ECE experience, and a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (preferred).