Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead and mentor a classroom, ensuring high-quality care and learning experiences for every child. You will implement our curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs.

Join a nurturing environment where you partner with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement. Strong English communication and child safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organization, and multitasking abilities.
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or NAEYC candidacy.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state 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 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

Organization

Multi-tasking

CDA/NAEYC candidacy

State trainer (preferred)

ECE experience 2-3y

Bachelor's degree preferred

CPR/First Aid

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead and mentor a classroom, ensuring high-quality care and learning experiences for every child. You will implement our curriculum while adapting to each child’s needs.

Join a nurturing environment where you partner with families and center staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and community engagement. Strong English communication and child safety focus are essential.