Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Framingham, MA is hiring a dedicated classroom leader and mentor to guide teachers and implement our curriculum to meet each child’s needs. You will foster a safe, nurturing environment that supports play, learning, and family partnerships.

This role emphasizes collaboration with center staff to achieve enrollment and quality goals. Strong communication with families and licensing authorities is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills
• 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
• 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

Multi-tasking

Early childhood experience

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

CDA Credential

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

State trainer approval

Job description

KinderCare in Framingham, MA is hiring a dedicated classroom leader and mentor to guide teachers and implement our curriculum to meet each child’s needs. You will foster a safe, nurturing environment that supports play, learning, and family partnerships.

This role emphasizes collaboration with center staff to achieve enrollment and quality goals. Strong communication with families and licensing authorities is essential for success.