Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead and mentor teachers, delivering high-quality care and education for young children. You will implement the center's curriculum while tailoring activities to each child's needs, creating a safe, nurturing environment, and engaging families to support childrens' development.

You will collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals, building strong relationships with families,

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, and ability to multitask 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 parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum consistent with the needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents to provide the best care and education for children.
• Support your center’s success; work with staff and leadership on enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer (preferred)

Early Childhood Education experience

Bachelor’s degree in ECE

CPR & First Aid

English proficiency

Lifting 40 lbs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead and mentor teachers, delivering high-quality care and education for young children. You will implement the center's curriculum while tailoring activities to each child's needs, creating a safe, nurturing environment, and engaging families to support childrens' development.

You will collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation and engagement goals, building strong relationships with families,