Lead Early Childhood Educator & Classroom Mentor

KinderCare; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare seeks a proactive Lead Teacher to guide and mentor staff, implement developmentally appropriate curricula, and foster a warm, safe learning environment for children. You will collaborate with families and the center team to support enrollment, accreditation, and engagement while upholding high-quality care.

Applicants should have a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, a degree in Early Childhood Education, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Must have outstanding customer service and be highly organized.
• Active CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy required.
• Bachelor's degree in ECE preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education experience preferred.
• State-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• English language proficiency for communicating 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

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

KinderCare seeks a proactive Lead Teacher to guide and mentor staff, implement developmentally appropriate curricula, and foster a warm, safe learning environment for children. You will collaborate with families and the center team to support enrollment, accreditation, and engagement while upholding high-quality care.

Applicants should have a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, a degree in Early Childhood Education, and CPR/First Aid certification.