Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare Education is seeking a dedicated lead teacher to mentor fellow staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn. You will partner with parents and center leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation and engagement, while building strong relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners.

Join a team that values high-quality care and education, with opportunities to grow and contribute to the

Qualifications

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

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

CDA Credential

Early childhood experience

Bachelor's in ECE

State trainer

CPR/First Aid

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Education is seeking a dedicated lead teacher to mentor fellow staff, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn. You will partner with parents and center leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation and engagement, while building strong relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners.

Join a team that values high-quality care and education, with opportunities to grow and contribute to the