Lead Early Childhood Teacher & Classroom Coach

KinderCare Learning Companies; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher in Martinez, CA. You will lead and mentor staff, implement the curriculum, and create a safe learning environment for children while engaging with families and center leadership.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to work across classrooms. A CDA or NAECY candidacy, state trainer status (preferred), and CPR/First Aid certification are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and organizational skills; able to multi-task.
• 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 or outdoors.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum aligned with each child’s needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education.
• Support center success; collaborate to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement goals.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts and partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Parent communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential or NAEYC candidacy

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher in Martinez, CA. You will lead and mentor staff, implement the curriculum, and create a safe learning environment for children while engaging with families and center leadership.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to work across classrooms. A CDA or NAECY candidacy, state trainer status (preferred), and CPR/First Aid certification are advantageous.