Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead a classroom, mentor peers, and implement our curriculum to meet each child’s needs in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will partner with families and center leadership to support enrollment, accreditation, and overall engagement, building strong relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills with ability to multitask effectively.
• Active CDA Credential or meeting 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 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.

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to lead a classroom, mentor peers, and implement our curriculum to meet each child’s needs in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will partner with families and center leadership to support enrollment, accreditation, and overall engagement, building strong relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, and community partners.