Lead Early Childhood Educator & Teacher Mentor

KinderCare; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a Lead Teacher in Burlington, MA to lead and mentor staff, implement the center’s curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will partner with parents, drive enrollment and accreditation goals, and build strong community relationships to support the center’s success.

Requirements include a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelor’s in ECE preferred, CPR/First Aid, and ability to lift 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, multi-tasking ability
• 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 a minimum of 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

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer

ECE experience

Bachelor's in ECE

CPR/First Aid

Lifting ability

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

NAEYC candidacy

CDA Credential

CPR/First Aid certification

State-specific qualifications

Tools

N/A

Job description

KinderCare is seeking a Lead Teacher in Burlington, MA to lead and mentor staff, implement the center’s curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will partner with parents, drive enrollment and accreditation goals, and build strong community relationships to support the center’s success.

Requirements include a CDA credential or NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelor’s in ECE preferred, CPR/First Aid, and ability to lift 40 pounds.