Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to model best practices, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will collaborate with parents to ensure outstanding care and education, while partnering with center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

The role emphasizes leadership, classroom mentorship, and strong community relationships. Ideal candidates bring CDA credentials, ECE experience, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Active CDA credential or pursuing NAEYC candidacy.
• Preferred state trainer certification.
• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Meet state qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and engage with children.
• Proficient in reading/writing/speaking English to communicate with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that fits each child's needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support the center’s success by collaborating with staff and leadership to meet enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer

ECE experience

Bachelor's in ECE

CPR First Aid

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

State qualifications required

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to model best practices, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will collaborate with parents to ensure outstanding care and education, while partnering with center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

The role emphasizes leadership, classroom mentorship, and strong community relationships. Ideal candidates bring CDA credentials, ECE experience, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to