Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a lead teacher in Durham, NC who can coach less experienced teachers and deliver our curriculum while meeting the needs of each child. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom and actively partner with parents to support child development and education.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational and multi-tasking skills, with a CDA or NAEYC candidacy and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, and ability to multi-task effectively.
• Possess active Child Development Associate (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 and work indoors or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand and speak English to communicate with children and their 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

Multi-tasking

English communication

CPR/First Aid

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer approval

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a lead teacher in Durham, NC who can coach less experienced teachers and deliver our curriculum while meeting the needs of each child. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom and actively partner with parents to support child development and education.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational and multi-tasking skills, with a CDA or NAEYC candidacy and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid.