Lead Early Childhood Educator | Mentor & Curriculum

KinderCare Learning Companies; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities (cell …

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to inspire young learners in a supportive classroom across our centers. You will mentor teammates, implement our curriculum, create a safe environment, engage families, and partner with staff to drive enrollment and accreditation goals.

This position requires excellent customer service, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, and a willingness to obtain state trainer status.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
• Active CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy.
• Approved state trainer (preferred).
• 2-3 years Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• Proficient English communication 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

Organization

Multitasking

English communication

Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

State trainer (preferred)

Meet state qualifications or willingness to obtain

CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher to inspire young learners in a supportive classroom across our centers. You will mentor teammates, implement our curriculum, create a safe environment, engage families, and partner with staff to drive enrollment and accreditation goals.

This position requires excellent customer service, a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, and a willingness to obtain state trainer status.