Inspiring Elementary Teacher & Mentor — Elevate Young Learners

KinderCare Learning Companies; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off and family support

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead, coach, and mentor teachers while delivering their curriculum to diverse early childhood classrooms. You will create safe, nurturing spaces that encourage play and learning and partner with families to support each child’s growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with center staff, meeting enrollment goals, and sustaining accreditation. A CDA or higher, and relevant ECE experience, are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy preferred; CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

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, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential / NAEYC candidacy

CPR & First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead, coach, and mentor teachers while delivering their curriculum to diverse early childhood classrooms. You will create safe, nurturing spaces that encourage play and learning and partner with families to support each child’s growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with center staff, meeting enrollment goals, and sustaining accreditation. A CDA or higher, and relevant ECE experience, are highly valued.