Lead Early Childhood Educator & Mentor (CDA)

KinderCare; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Ohio is seeking a lead teacher to guide classrooms, mentor less experienced teachers, and ensure curriculum is implemented to meet each child’s needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and partner with families to support each child’s growth.

You will collaborate with center staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals while building strong relationships with licensing authorities and community partners.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Possess 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 40 pounds and work indoors/outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and 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

Multi-tasking

Engagement with families

Effective communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare in Ohio is seeking a lead teacher to guide classrooms, mentor less experienced teachers, and ensure curriculum is implemented to meet each child’s needs. You will create a safe, nurturing environment and partner with families to support each child’s growth.

You will collaborate with center staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals while building strong relationships with licensing authorities and community partners.