Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Highland (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to guide and mentor teaching staff while delivering our curriculum tailored to each child’s needs. You will foster a safe, nurturing classroom environment where children can explore and learn, and you will collaborate with parents to ensure the best care and education for every child.

In this role you will work closely with center staff to meet enrollment, accreditation, and engagement targets, and you will cultivate strong relationships with

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Possess active Child Development Associate (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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Approved state trainer (preferred)

CPR and First Aid Certification

Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain

Physically able to lift 40 pounds and be active

Read, write, understand and speak English with children and parents

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to guide and mentor teaching staff while delivering our curriculum tailored to each child’s needs. You will foster a safe, nurturing classroom environment where children can explore and learn, and you will collaborate with parents to ensure the best care and education for every child.

In this role you will work closely with center staff to meet enrollment, accreditation, and engagement targets, and you will cultivate strong relationships with