Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Framingham, MA is seeking a lead teacher to mentor junior staff, implement our curriculum to fit each child's needs, and create a safe, nurturing classroom. You will partner with families to ensure high-quality care and education while supporting center goals around enrollment and accreditation.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to engage with children, families, and licensing authorities daily.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills; ability to multi-task
• 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, 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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience

CDA Credential or NA...ECY candidacy

CPR and First Aid certification

Physically able to lift 40 pounds

English reading/writing/speaking

Approved state trainer (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare in Framingham, MA is seeking a lead teacher to mentor junior staff, implement our curriculum to fit each child's needs, and create a safe, nurturing classroom. You will partner with families to ensure high-quality care and education while supporting center goals around enrollment and accreditation.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to engage with children, families, and licensing authorities daily.