Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor (CDA)

KinderCare; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a lead teacher to mentor peers, deliver high-quality early childhood education, and foster a safe, nurturing learning environment. You will work closely with families to ensure the best care and education for every child.

You will collaborate with center staff to support enrollment, accreditation and engagement, building strong ties with licensing authorities and community partners. Strong English communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 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, indoors or outdoors.
• Read/write/understand/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.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelors in ECE

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

CPR/First Aid

State trainer approved

2-3 years ECE

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a lead teacher to mentor peers, deliver high-quality early childhood education, and foster a safe, nurturing learning environment. You will work closely with families to ensure the best care and education for every child.

You will collaborate with center staff to support enrollment, accreditation and engagement, building strong ties with licensing authorities and community partners. Strong English communication skills are essential.