Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is looking for a dedicated lead teacher to guide and mentor less experienced colleagues in a warm classroom, implementing our curriculum while honoring each child’s unique needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment that invites play and exploration, and you will partner with families to support every child’s development.

This role involves collaborating with center staff to meet enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals, building positive relationships with families,

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and 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

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English proficiency

Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

State trainer (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare is looking for a dedicated lead teacher to guide and mentor less experienced colleagues in a warm classroom, implementing our curriculum while honoring each child’s unique needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment that invites play and exploration, and you will partner with families to support every child’s development.

This role involves collaborating with center staff to meet enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals, building positive relationships with families,