Lead After-School Teacher: Mentor & Inspire Young Learners

KinderCare; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher at Pendergast Elementary School in Phoenix to guide and inspire elementary-age learners. You will implement the KinderCare curriculum, create a safe and engaging environment, and collaborate with staff, families, and school partners to support student growth and enrollment goals.

The role emphasizes mentoring less experienced teachers, building strong parent relations, and maintaining compliance with licensing standards while fostering a

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, and ability to multi-task effectively.
• Possess active CDA Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• Approved state trainer is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Meet state qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in the classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in alignment with each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to support the best care and education for their children.
• Support the center’s success by collaborating with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

State trainer

CDA Credential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher at Pendergast Elementary School in Phoenix to guide and inspire elementary-age learners. You will implement the KinderCare curriculum, create a safe and engaging environment, and collaborate with staff, families, and school partners to support student growth and enrollment goals.

The role emphasizes mentoring less experienced teachers, building strong parent relations, and maintaining compliance with licensing standards while fostering a