Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking an experienced educator to lead, coach and mentor teachers in the classroom, modeling behaviors and providing feedback while implementing the curriculum to meet the unique needs of each child.

You will create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn, partner with parents to ensure the best care and education, and support center goals around enrollment, accreditation and engagement.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to multi-task effectively.
• Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet 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 40 pounds and to 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

Outstanding customer service

Strong organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Effective communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

NAEYC candidacy (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare is seeking an experienced educator to lead, coach and mentor teachers in the classroom, modeling behaviors and providing feedback while implementing the curriculum to meet the unique needs of each child.

You will create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn, partner with parents to ensure the best care and education, and support center goals around enrollment, accreditation and engagement.