Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Battle Ground (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Battle Ground, WA seeks an experienced Lead Teacher to guide and inspire a classroom of young learners. You will model best practices, implement the company’s curriculum with flexibility for each child, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can explore and grow.

You will partner with families and center staff to support enrollment, accreditation, and family engagement, while building strong relationships with the wider community.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• 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 up to 40 pounds and 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

Customer service

Organization

Multitasking

Communication

Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

KinderCare in Battle Ground, WA seeks an experienced Lead Teacher to guide and inspire a classroom of young learners. You will model best practices, implement the company’s curriculum with flexibility for each child, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can explore and grow.

You will partner with families and center staff to support enrollment, accreditation, and family engagement, while building strong relationships with the wider community.