Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow staff, implement our curriculum with sensitivity to each child’s needs, and create a safe, nurturing classroom environment. You will partner with families to ensure high-quality care and education while supporting center goals around enrollment and accreditation.

Ideal candidates hold a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, with 2–3 years in early childhood education, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

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

Organization

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow staff, implement our curriculum with sensitivity to each child’s needs, and create a safe, nurturing classroom environment. You will partner with families to ensure high-quality care and education while supporting center goals around enrollment and accreditation.

Ideal candidates hold a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, with 2–3 years in early childhood education, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.