Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor (CDA)

KinderCare; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Las Vegas seeks a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor early childhood educators in your classroom while implementing our curriculum to meet each child's needs.

You will create a safe, nurturing environment, partner with families, and work with center staff to achieve enrollment and engagement goals. A CDA or NAEYC candidacy and state trainer credentials are preferred, along with English communication and ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or NAEYC candidacy
• Excellent communication with families and staff
• Ability to multitask in a busy early-childhood setting

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
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Approved state trainer (preferred)
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (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

Skills

Lead teacher communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Mentoring/ Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare in Las Vegas seeks a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor early childhood educators in your classroom while implementing our curriculum to meet each child's needs.

You will create a safe, nurturing environment, partner with families, and work with center staff to achieve enrollment and engagement goals. A CDA or NAEYC candidacy and state trainer credentials are preferred, along with English communication and ability to lift up to 40 pounds.