Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

KinderCare; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare Education in United States seeks a dedicated lead teacher to mentor peers, implement our curriculum, and foster a nurturing classroom where children thrive. You will collaborate with families to support each child's development and contribute to center success through enrollment and accreditation efforts.

Ideal candidates hold a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, with 2–3 years of early childhood experience, and a Bachelor’s in ECE. CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.
• 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 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

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Education

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

KinderCare Education in United States seeks a dedicated lead teacher to mentor peers, implement our curriculum, and foster a nurturing classroom where children thrive. You will collaborate with families to support each child's development and contribute to center success through enrollment and accreditation efforts.

Ideal candidates hold a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, with 2–3 years of early childhood experience, and a Bachelor’s in ECE. CPR/First Aid certification preferred.