Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking an enthusiastic early childhood educator to lead and mentor teachers, helping to implement our curriculum while meeting the unique needs of each child. You will create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn and actively partner with parents to ensure the best care and education for their families.

In this role you will collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, while building positive

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills; strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations 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 a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents 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

CDA Credential

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare is seeking an enthusiastic early childhood educator to lead and mentor teachers, helping to implement our curriculum while meeting the unique needs of each child. You will create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn and actively partner with parents to ensure the best care and education for their families.

In this role you will collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, while building positive