Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking an early childhood educator to lead, mentor and coach classroom teachers while delivering KinderCare’s curriculum to meet each child’s unique needs. You will create a safe, nurturing space for play and learning and actively partner with parents to support the child’s development.

You’ll collaborate with center staff to reach enrollment and accreditation goals and build strong relationships with families, licensing authorities, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• 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 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 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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare is seeking an early childhood educator to lead, mentor and coach classroom teachers while delivering KinderCare’s curriculum to meet each child’s unique needs. You will create a safe, nurturing space for play and learning and actively partner with parents to support the child’s development.

You’ll collaborate with center staff to reach enrollment and accreditation goals and build strong relationships with families, licensing authorities, and community partners.