Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare seeks an engaging lead teacher to mentor team members, deliver our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can learn and grow. You will collaborate with families to support each child’s development and partner with staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.

Applicants should have the CDA credential or be pursuing NAEYC candidacy, a Bachelor’s in ECE, and CPR/First Aid certification. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Possess active Child Development Associate (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

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English language skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

State trainer certification

NAEYC candidacy

2-3 years ECE experience

Job description

KinderCare seeks an engaging lead teacher to mentor team members, deliver our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom where children can learn and grow. You will collaborate with families to support each child’s development and partner with staff to drive enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.

Applicants should have the CDA credential or be pursuing NAEYC candidacy, a Bachelor’s in ECE, and CPR/First Aid certification. Strong English communication is essential.