Lead Early Childhood Teacher & Mentor

KinderCare; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs and paid-

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking dedicated teachers to support early childhood learning in our centers. You will lead classrooms, deliver engaging curriculum, and foster a safe, nurturing environment for children and families.

You’ll collaborate with staff and parents to promote strong enrollment, accreditation, and meaningful learning experiences. Ideal candidates bring CDA credentials or progress toward NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years of ECE experience, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• CDA credential or eligible for NAEYC candidacy.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• English reading, writing, speaking proficiency.
• 2–3 years ECE experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.

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

Organization

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

Active CDA Credential

NAEYC candidacy eligibility

Bachelor's degree in ECE (preferred)

CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking dedicated teachers to support early childhood learning in our centers. You will lead classrooms, deliver engaging curriculum, and foster a safe, nurturing environment for children and families.

You’ll collaborate with staff and parents to promote strong enrollment, accreditation, and meaningful learning experiences. Ideal candidates bring CDA credentials or progress toward NAEYC candidacy, 2–3 years of ECE experience, and strong English communication.