Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Las Vegas is seeking a lead teacher to model best practices, implement our curriculum, and nurture every child. You will partner with families and collaborate with center staff to drive enrollment and engagement.

The role requires 2-3 years of Early Childhood Education experience and a preferred CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy. CPR/First Aid certification is preferred, with the ability to lift 40 pounds and work in varied indoor/outdoor settings.

Qualifications

• 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 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.
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred).
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelors in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential (preferred)

NAEYC candidacy (preferred)

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

State trainer approval (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare in Las Vegas is seeking a lead teacher to model best practices, implement our curriculum, and nurture every child. You will partner with families and collaborate with center staff to drive enrollment and engagement.

The role requires 2-3 years of Early Childhood Education experience and a preferred CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy. CPR/First Aid certification is preferred, with the ability to lift 40 pounds and work in varied indoor/outdoor settings.