Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to lead and mentor teachers, implement age-appropriate curriculum, and nurture a safe, engaging learning environment for children. The role involves partnering with parents and center leadership to meet enrollment and accreditation goals.

Qualifications include a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (preferred), and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills
• Active CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy
• Approved state trainer preferred
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education experience preferred
• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
• Physically able to lift 40 pounds and work indoors/outdoors
• Able to engage with children physically and visually
• Read/write/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 each child’s needs
• 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 center success by partnering 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

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

CPR/First Aid

Approved state trainer

Job description

KinderCare is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to lead and mentor teachers, implement age-appropriate curriculum, and nurture a safe, engaging learning environment for children. The role involves partnering with parents and center leadership to meet enrollment and accreditation goals.

Qualifications include a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (preferred), and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.