Lead Early Childhood Teacher & Mentor

KinderCare; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher in Illinois to guide and mentor fellow educators, implement our curriculum, and foster a safe, engaging learning environment for children. You will collaborate with parents and center staff to drive enrollment and accreditation goals while building strong community partnerships.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and communication skills, with preferred CDA credential, state trainer status, and 2–3 years of ECE

Qualifications

• Must hold active CDA Credential or be in NAEYC candidacy.
• 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.
• 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

Outstanding customer service

Strong organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Active CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

Approved state trainer (preferred)

Early Childhood Ed experience 2-3 yrs

Bachelor’s in ECE (preferred)

CPR & First Aid (preferred)

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher in Illinois to guide and mentor fellow educators, implement our curriculum, and foster a safe, engaging learning environment for children. You will collaborate with parents and center staff to drive enrollment and accreditation goals while building strong community partnerships.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and communication skills, with preferred CDA credential, state trainer status, and 2–3 years of ECE