Lead Early Childhood Teacher & Mentor

KinderCare Learning Companies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Health insurance

Dental & Vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies in Austin, TX, is seeking a Teacher to deliver high-quality early childhood education in our center. You’ll lead classrooms, mentor staff, implement the curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn through play.

You’ll partner with parents, support center goals around enrollment and accreditation, and build positive relationships with families, licensing authorities, and community partners as you help children grow confident and

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively.
• 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 in English

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

CDA/NAEYC candidacy

State trainer approved

ECE experience

Bachelor's in ECE

CPR/First Aid

Physical ability

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies in Austin, TX, is seeking a Teacher to deliver high-quality early childhood education in our center. You’ll lead classrooms, mentor staff, implement the curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn through play.

You’ll partner with parents, support center goals around enrollment and accreditation, and build positive relationships with families, licensing authorities, and community partners as you help children grow confident and