Lead Early Childhood Teacher & Mentor

KinderCare; Rockford (IL); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

KinderCare is hiring a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, deliver KinderCare’s curriculum, and create a safe, engaging learning environment for children. You will partner with families and center leadership to support enrollment and program quality.

Ideal candidates will have a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years in early childhood education, and a valid CPR/First Aid certification. Illinois Smart Start premium applies to eligible hourly staff.

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
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Responsabilités

• 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

Connaissances

Customer service

Multi-tasking

English fluency

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Description du poste

KinderCare is hiring a Lead Teacher to guide and mentor fellow teachers, deliver KinderCare’s curriculum, and create a safe, engaging learning environment for children. You will partner with families and center leadership to support enrollment and program quality.

Ideal candidates will have a CDA or NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years in early childhood education, and a valid CPR/First Aid certification. Illinois Smart Start premium applies to eligible hourly staff.