Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated lead teacher to model best practices and implement the curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom and build strong partnerships with families to support student growth.

Join a team focused on enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement, collaborating with center leadership to drive success and positive outcomes for children and families.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Active CDA Credential or progress toward CDA
• 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

Multitasking

English communication

Education

CDA Credential

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy

State-specific qualifications

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated lead teacher to model best practices and implement the curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom and build strong partnerships with families to support student growth.

Join a team focused on enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement, collaborating with center leadership to drive success and positive outcomes for children and families.