Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is hiring a lead teacher to guide and mentor teammates while delivering high-quality early childhood education in Clearwater, FL. You will implement the center's curriculum, create a safe, nurturing environment, and build strong connections with families to support each child's growth.

This role requires CDA credential (or NAEYC candidacy), 2–3 years of ECE experience, a bachelor’s degree preferred, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• 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 a minimum of 40 pounds, indoors or outdoors.
• 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 to fit 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 center success; collaborate with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities and community partners.

Skills

Outstanding customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

CDA credential

NAEYC candidacy

Approved state trainer

ECE experience (2-3 years)

Bachelor’s degree in ECE

CPR and First Aid certification

English communication

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

Job description

KinderCare is hiring a lead teacher to guide and mentor teammates while delivering high-quality early childhood education in Clearwater, FL. You will implement the center's curriculum, create a safe, nurturing environment, and build strong connections with families to support each child's growth.

This role requires CDA credential (or NAEYC candidacy), 2–3 years of ECE experience, a bachelor’s degree preferred, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.