Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated lead teacher to guide and support a classroom of young learners. You will implement the center’s curriculum, create a safe, nurturing environment, and collaborate with families to support each child’s growth.

In this role you will mentor less experienced teachers, partner with center staff, and help drive enrollment and engagement while adhering to state licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• 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, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Able to assume postures to allow physical and visual contact with children, and engage in physical activity.
• 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

Organization

Multitasking

CDA Credential

State trainer approval

ECE experience 2-3y

Bachelor’s degree in ECE

English communication

Safety & First Aid readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated lead teacher to guide and support a classroom of young learners. You will implement the center’s curriculum, create a safe, nurturing environment, and collaborate with families to support each child’s growth.

In this role you will mentor less experienced teachers, partner with center staff, and help drive enrollment and engagement while adhering to state licensing requirements.