Lead ECE Teacher & Classroom Mentor

KinderCare Education; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Work discounts (cell phones)

Job summary

KinderCare Education is hiring a Teacher to lead and mentor early childhood staff, ensuring a safe, engaging classroom aligned with our curriculum. You will partner with families to support each child’s growth and work with center leadership to drive enrollment and quality standards.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and English communication skills, with a CDA or NAEYC candidacy preferred and CPR/First Aid readiness.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service 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

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

English communication

Education

CDA credential / NAEYC candidacy

Bachelor’s in ECE (preferred)

CPR & First Aid (preferred)

Job description

KinderCare Education is hiring a Teacher to lead and mentor early childhood staff, ensuring a safe, engaging classroom aligned with our curriculum. You will partner with families to support each child’s growth and work with center leadership to drive enrollment and quality standards.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and English communication skills, with a CDA or NAEYC candidacy preferred and CPR/First Aid readiness.