Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare seeks a dedicated early childhood educator who will lead and mentor teammates, model best practices, and provide feedback to grow teaching quality. You will implement our curriculum while adapting to each child's needs in a safe, nurturing classroom.

You will partner with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, building strong relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners to support children's learning and

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Possess active CDA Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• 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.
• 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

English language

Communication with families

Education

CDA Credential (Active) or NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare seeks a dedicated early childhood educator who will lead and mentor teammates, model best practices, and provide feedback to grow teaching quality. You will implement our curriculum while adapting to each child's needs in a safe, nurturing classroom.

You will partner with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement, building strong relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners to support children's learning and