Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Acton, MA is seeking an experienced teacher to lead, coach and mentor other educators in your classroom, delivering KinderCare's curriculum while tailoring activities to each child's needs. You will create a safe, nurturing space where children can explore, learn and grow.

You will partner with families and center staff to support enrollment, accreditation and engagement, while building positive relationships with licensing authorities and the community to advance the center's

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills to multi-task effectively.
• Possess active 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 a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Able to engage with children safely and communicate in English.

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

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

CPR & First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare in Acton, MA is seeking an experienced teacher to lead, coach and mentor other educators in your classroom, delivering KinderCare's curriculum while tailoring activities to each child's needs. You will create a safe, nurturing space where children can explore, learn and grow.

You will partner with families and center staff to support enrollment, accreditation and engagement, while building positive relationships with licensing authorities and the community to advance the center's