Lead Early Childhood Teacher & Mentor

KinderCare Education LLC; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts on work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor staff, implement our curriculum tailored to each child, and create a safe, nurturing classroom. You will collaborate with parents to ensure excellent care and education while supporting enrollment and center goals.

The role involves engaging with licensing authorities and partners to strengthen community connections. Qualified candidates will have CDA or NAEYC readiness, 2–3 years in early childhood education, a relevant

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Possess active Child Development Associate (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
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• 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

Multi-tasking

CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy

State trainer approval

Early childhood education experience

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Teacher to lead and mentor staff, implement our curriculum tailored to each child, and create a safe, nurturing classroom. You will collaborate with parents to ensure excellent care and education while supporting enrollment and center goals.

The role involves engaging with licensing authorities and partners to strengthen community connections. Qualified candidates will have CDA or NAEYC readiness, 2–3 years in early childhood education, a relevant