Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Newburyport, MA seeks a dedicated Lead Teacher to guide a classroom and mentor peers. You will implement the curriculum, create a safe, nurturing environment, and collaborate with families and center leadership to meet enrollment and engagement goals.

Candidates bring a CDA or NAEYC, 2–3 years’ ECE experience, a degree (preferred), CPR/First Aid, and strong English communication. Join a team that values quality care, professional growth, and active family partnerships to support

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and multitasking abilities.
• CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy required or in progress.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• 2–3 years of Early Childhood Education experience.
• Meet state qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Read, write, and speak English to communicate with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum with sensitivity to the unique needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to support children's care and education.
• 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

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer approved

Early Childhood Education experience

Bachelor’s degree in ECE

CPR and First Aid

English literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare in Newburyport, MA seeks a dedicated Lead Teacher to guide a classroom and mentor peers. You will implement the curriculum, create a safe, nurturing environment, and collaborate with families and center leadership to meet enrollment and engagement goals.

Candidates bring a CDA or NAEYC, 2–3 years’ ECE experience, a degree (preferred), CPR/First Aid, and strong English communication. Join a team that values quality care, professional growth, and active family partnerships to support